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Folk Lore Notes. Vol. I—Gujarat

Note 45 — Chapter II · HEROIC GODLINGS

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The village of Dādvi possesses the shrine of Mangalshā Pīr. Friday is the day for special worship of the Pīr, when dainties and cocoanuts are offered, and a flag is hoisted. Frankincense is burnt every evening.45 There is also a temple of Māchho, the goddess of the Bharvāds, who offer her lāpsi and cocoanuts on every bij day. They also light a ghi lamp and lop off the ears of a goat or a ram, and offer the blood to the goddess.45

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