Observance (vrata) of rites, prayers, and worship (pūjā) celebrating the new moon (vyatīpāta). Rites mentioned include washing of the feet, bathing, maṇḍala representing the water of the Ganges river, lighting of fragrances such as sandalwood, among other rituals. Presented as a discussion between the legendary king Yudhiṣṭhira and the sage Mārkaṇḍeya.
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