A fast in this religion on the thirteenth day of the new month commemorates a certain deity's "favorite day.
A fast in this religion on the thirteenth day of the new month commemorates a certain deity's "favorite day." In one holiday for this religion, sisters tie strings around their brothers' right wrists to protect them from evil. Another festival in this religion commemorates a man who survived being burned alive while sitting on the lap of a woman who couldn't be hurt by fire. Members of this religion light lanterns to celebrate a figure's return from the forest after 17 years. Pujas are celebrated by members of this faith, who throw colored powder on each other during Holi. For 10 points, name this religion which also celebrates a festival of lights called Diwali and venerates Vishnu and Shiva.
A fast in this religion on the thirteenth day of the new month commemorates a certain deity's "favorite day.
Hinduism