Note 55 — Chapter II · THE HEROIC GODLINGS.
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In the village of Edwan of the Thána District, dancing is practised in cases of spirit possession, but it is resorted to among the lower castes only. While dancing, the sorcerer cries out loudly, and throws grains of Udid (Phaseolus radiatus) on the body of the diseased person55 after repeating certain mantras. This rite is styled Bhárani or the process of charming.