... daily, but devotees are forgiven if outside factors prevent them from being able to participate in the ritual often. There were five elements of the Aarti: 1) Wicks (fire); 2) White cloth (space); 3) Wisp (Air); 4) Water; 5) Flowers (Earth). As described by Durkheim, these elements are sacred objects that make up the most important prayer for Hindus. Hinduism consists of "beliefs and practices ... ...

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... experience is a result of an abnormally activated hippocampus (a limbic system nucleus). The hippocampus contains the capacity to cognitively map or visualize one's position and other objects and individuals in visual space through the use of "place" neurons. Under conditions of hyperactivation (which can occur as a response to extreme fear), the hippocampus may involuntarily create a visual hallucination of the cognitive map while ... ...

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