Tasting Murti An image of the god or goddess being worshipped. Seeing Incense and flowers Burning incense sticks fill the room with scent, symbolising the presence of the deity. Flowers are often ...

Any puja in Hindu traditions like Saraswati Puja starts with invoking the Goddess in a ‘murti’ or idol. After completing the rituals, the puja ends by requesting the presiding deity to depart.

IDOLS, by Amish Tripathi and Bhavna Roy, is an insightful and thought-provoking exploration of the practice of murti puja – or idol worshipping, as some call it – and its deep ...