Note 79 — Chapter III · DISEASE DEITIES.
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The bhuvā distributes dorās (magic threads) and anklets among the people. Such things are coveted for their efficacy in warding off the influence of evil spirits and are often sought after by people for their cattle as well as for themselves.79 The prosperity of the dānklān-vagādnārs (those who beat the drum) depends to a large extent on the success of the bhuvā’s business, and for this reason, the drummers are often very good advocates of the bhuvā and take every opportunity of glorifying his powers and merits.