Agni
The god of fire and acceptor of sacrifices.
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Ahoi Ashtami
A festival observed by mothers for the well-being of their children, involving fasting and prayers to Goddess Ahoi.
Ājīvika – School of Determinism and Fatalism
Founded by Makkhali Gosala (6th century BCE), Ājīvika taught a doctrine of complete determinism and fatalism (niyati). It denied free will and karma, asserting that all beings progress through a predetermined cycle of 8.4 million rebirths before automatically attaining liberation.
Akshaya Tritiya
An auspicious day for beginning new ventures and purchasing gold, believed to bring prosperity and good fortune.
Anala
The name means 'fire' in Sanskrit, equated among Agni.
Ananta Chaturdashi
The final day of the Ganesh festival when idols are immersed in water. Also marks the worship of Lord Vishnu in his Ananta (infinite) form.