Editorial photo #10994206 Human Interest
Nepal Worships Goddess Of Education Saraswati
The wall of the Saraswati Temple is being covered with names and initials, as the Hindu Goddess of Education, Saraswati, is being worshipped by students of all levels praying for education and knowledge. This celebration takes place annually on Shukla Panchami of the Nepali month, which marks the beginning of the spring season. It follows the religious belief that students who worship Saraswati will achieve success in their studies. Many parents are taking their children to nearby Saraswati Temples on this day to introduce them to the alphabets. (Photo by Subaas Shrestha/NurPhoto)
