In the Shayana form of this practice, devotees remain prostrated for its duration. A form of this practice dedicated to Shiva proceeds uniquely because the somasutra, a water channel, may not be crossed. This action, when performed in reverse as prasavya, imitates the sun by using the left shoulder for orientation. (15[1])One deity retreated to Palani, one of Six Abodes where he is worshiped, after failing to perform this action more quickly than a different deity whose eight temples are visited during the (15[1])Ashtavinayaka (15[1])pilgrimage. (15[1])This practice, known as (*) parikrama, is performed on a daily basis at Hindu temples. (10[1])Buddhist and Hindu pilgrims perform this action at the base of Mount Kailash. Kartikeya lost a contest during which his brother wisely performed this action (10[1])to win a mango. For 10 points, the bride and groom recite vows while performing what action in relation to a fire during Hindu weddings? ■END■