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Dedicated to Visvakarma, the patron god of all Hindu artisans, the Festival of Tools is a workers’ holiday in India dedicated to each individual’s most important tool or instrument. A pitcher representing the god is set in a place of honor in every home and shop, and before it the people lay their most important tool. Sometimes incense is burned or scented water is sprinkled over the tool. Workers give thanks for their tools and implore Visvakarma’s help in plying their trade. After this ceremony is over, people gather in parks or public places and spend the rest of the day with games and feasting. Discuss
Source: The Free Dictionary