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  2. Saptapadi - Wikipedia

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    In some regions, the couple walks around the altar seven times. In other regions, the couple takes seven steps to complete a single circumambulation. Each of the seven has a different meaning. At each step or circuit, the couple may also take vows. [3] Vows made in the presence of the sacred fire are considered unbreakable, with Agnideva (lit.

  3. Gallows - Wikipedia

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    A gallows (or less precisely scaffold) is a frame or elevated beam, typically wooden, from which objects can be suspended or "weighed". Gallows were thus widely used to suspend public weighing scales for large and heavy objects such as sacks of grain or minerals, usually positioned in markets or toll gates.

  4. Hindu wedding - Wikipedia

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    The household is important during the marriage ritual because it is the center of the concept of mandala; the Chhetri's homes are considered to be domestic mandalas and so have roles as householders. The act of marriage brings men and women into the householder role.

  5. Bhekuli Biya - Wikipedia

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    Bhekuli Biya (transl. frog marriage), is a traditional Hindu practice originating in Assam, India.Also referred to as "Mandooka Parinaya" and "Banger Biye" in various regions of India, [1] the ritual takes place during the dry summer months with the aim of invoking rain.

  6. Telugu wedding ceremony - Wikipedia

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    Telugu marriage is sanctified by seven pledges made by the bride and groom and begins when the bride and groom have completed seven revolutions around a sacred fire. Symbolic gestures and rituals surround the ceremony and ensure that the bride and groom are united in the presence of panchabhutaalu —five essential elements for life, namely ...

  7. The Gallows - Wikipedia

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    The Gallows is a 2015 American found footage supernatural horror film written and directed by Chris Lofing and Travis Cluff. The film stars Reese Mishler , Pfeifer Brown, Ryan Shoos and Cassidy Gifford .

  8. Glossary of Hinduism terms - Wikipedia

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    It is interpreted most often as meaning peace and reverence toward all sentient beings. Ahimsa is the core of Hinduism, Jainism, and Buddhism. Its first mention in Indian philosophy is found in the Hindu scriptures called the Upanishads, the oldest dating about 800 BC. Those who practice Ahimsa are often vegetarians or vegans. Akashic Records

  9. Secret Superstar - Wikipedia

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    In comparison, only two films have exceeded $6,000% ROI at the US box office, Paranormal Activity (2009) and The Gallows (2015). [76] It is the highest-grossing 2017 Hindi film, and the third-highest-grossing Hindi film of all time, behind only Dangal (2016) and Bajrangi Bhaijaan (2015). [77]