Note 47 — Chapter I
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Other minor deities are Shikotār, believed by sailors to be able to protect them from the dangers of the deep;47 Charmathvati, the goddess of the Rabarīs;48 Macho, the god of the shepherds;48 Meldi, in whom Vaghries (bird-catchers) believe;49 Pithād, the favourite god of Dheds;50 Dhavdi, who is worshipped by a hajām (barber);51 Khodiar;52 Géla,52 Dādamo,52 Kshetrapāl,52 Chāvad,53 Mongal,53 Avad,53 Pālan,53 Vir Vaital,54 Jālio,54 Gadio,54 Paino,54 Parolio,54 Sevalio,54 Andhario,54 Fulio,54 Bhoravo,54 Ragantio,54 Chod,55 Gātrad,55 Mammai and Verai.56 There are frequent additions to the number, as any new disease or unusual and untoward incident may bring a new spirit into existence. The installation of such deities is not a costly concern,57 and thus there is no serious check on their recognition.