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Saraswathi Pooja

Wednesday, October 1st, 2008

The Saraswathi Pooja is the most important festival honoring the Hindu goddess of knowledge and wisdom. Observed every year on the final day of Maha Navaratri, Saraswathi Pooja involves offerings and prayers devoted to Saraswathi. The festival is believed to be auspicious for seeking the blessings of Saraswathi and for the commencement of academic endeavors. (more…)