Sunday, August 08, 2010

Naag Panchami will be celebrated on the 14th of August

Ancient Egyptians worshipped Apophis and Set. Sumerians revered Ningizzida, In America, the rattlesnake was believed to give fair winds or cause tempests.

Snakes are believed to be living in their own world 'Nagaloka or 'Patala' As such they are regarded custodians of the netherworlds.

There is many an 'old' story which mentions humans as marrying snakes or/and their progeny.

Indians (Hindus) worship snakes as their Benefactor Deities.

Snakes help good harvest because they eat pests.

Nagas were/are considered symbols of sexual energy and are guardians of wealth.

Read more, click;
http://www.dalsabzi.com/Language_Festivals/naag_panchami.htm

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