Understanding Beliefs During Navratri
Riya: "Mummy, why do we have to fast on Navratri?"
Mummy: "It's a part of our beliefs, beta, to show respect and devotion to the goddess."
Riya: "But my friend Emma doesn't fast, and she's happy too!"
Mummy: "That's because Emma has different beliefs, and that's what makes the world interesting, isn't it?"
Riyabeliefs, and she likes learning about ours, like why we wear these pretty clothes and eat special food on festivals.": "Yeah... I like learning about Emma's
Mummy: "Exactly, our beliefs are like a special recipe that's been passed down, and we get to add our own ingredients to make it even more delicious!"
Riya: "I'm going to ask Emma about her beliefs again, and maybe we can even share some of our festival food with her, like gulab jamun!"