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These are twin deities, always described or
praised together. What exactly they represent, is a moot point.
While some say that they represent the earth and the sky, there
are others who opine that they stand for night and day or the
moon and the sun. That they were once kings who acquired
extraordinary merit, and were elevated to the position of gods,
is another guess that is also hazarded sometimes.
They represent the semidarkness before dawn. They pervade this
world with moisture and light. Described as eternally young and
handsome, they are the youngest of the gods. However, their
chief characteristic is that they are constantly striving to do
good to others. They are expert physicians and surgeons and know
the arts of healing, rejuvenation, and even plastic surgery!
Being supplicated, they can grant boons like children, food,
wealth, health and protection from enemies. Hence one should
never fail to invoke them during sacrifices.
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