Why Is Poori, Halwa & Kala Chane Offered As Bhog On Ashtami/Navami?

Why Is Poori, Halwa & Kala Chane Offered As Bhog On Ashtami And Navami?| Curly Tales

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Ashtami & Navami

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Navratri Fasting

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Kanjak Special

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What’s The Significance?

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1. Poori

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2. Suji Halwa

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3. Kale Chane

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For Health & Prosperity

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