On this day, devotees place books, musical instruments, and learning tools before the idol or image of Goddess Saraswati. The invocation involves chanting Vedic mantras, offering flowers, fruits, and ...
Ancient Middle Eastern goddess traditions will be showcased and practiced during the “Invocations to the Goddess — A Day of Renewal and Embodiment” 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 16. Organizer Joyce Carlson ...