Dear All, A note on Vinayaka: The Atharva veda parishishTa mentions Vinayakas (plural) and specifies a rite to appease them. They are viewed as "trouble-makers" and prayed not to cause harm. The original form of worship included "wine and meat". Currently the rite involves use of "modakam - kozhukattai" and appam. Regards, Kasturi Rangan .K
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