Each Saturday Hindus in Mumbai mumble their wishes into the ear of the monkey god Hanuman in hopes that they will come true. The poor line up outside temples like the Bell Temple near our apartment and receive alms from the faithful. Cows are also treated to a handful of grass for a few rupees; the kindness meant to ensure Hanuman is in a charitable mood. Also to ward off the evil eye, venders sell 5 chilis and a lime threaded with string to hang from the bumper of your car or the handlebars of your motorbike.
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