Series 11: Durga poojan by Bengali Association ➔ [Durga poojan by Bengali Association]

Item
Identifier:
2021_06_016_005
Date
2000;Date(s) of creation
Creator
Bodalia, Chandra
Extent
1 photograph : col.
Format
still image
Description
Image taken during a Durgan pujan ceremony held by the Bengali Association. Durga pujan is a Hindu festival that celebrates the victory of the goddess Durga over the Mahishasura, an evil demon. The festival celebrates the success of good over evil, and marks the beginning of Navaratri.
Location
Canada;British Columbia;New Westminster Land District;Metro Vancouver Regional District
Rights Statement
In copyright
Subject Headings - Library of Congress
Puja (Hinduism) [http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh2004002208];Rites & ceremonies [http://id.loc.gov/vocabulary/graphicMaterials/tgm008933]