In the context of any possession ritual (not limited solely to serpent worship, but including practices like kola or theyyam), the process of spirit possession may be seen as a manifestation of an ...

The concept of the female serpent deity is one of the most intricate and captivating figures in South Asian traditions. Terms such as naagini, naagayakshi, naagakanya, naagi and naagin are often used ...

In the heartlands of rural India, where tradition runs deep and the bond between nature and the divine remains strong, Naag Panchami is more than just a religious festival. Celebrated on the fifth day ...

People performing prayers of “Snake Hole” on the occasion of Nag Panchami in Indore, India last year (Picture: Getty Images) Millions of Hindus will worship snakes today for Nag Panchami. Has Miley ...

Hyderabad: A tradition of serpent worship has been thriving over the ages in the Tulunadu region of Karnataka. This area is known for its strong cultural legacy and has various traditions that involve ...

A man beats a drum during the snake worship ceremony at Shewang temple in Zhanghu town of Yanping district in Nanping, Southeast China's Fujian province, Aug 8, 2016. Snake is the totem of the locals ...

Since the lunar New Year, thousands of people have flocked to Tan Son village in Tan Dinh Commune, Lang Giang District, Bac Giang Province to see and worship a snake because they believe that it is ...