“The influence of Hinduism is all over the church and our lives beyond its stone walls: We wear saris and dhotis to church, light traditional lamps, apply sandalwood paste on our foreheads, and choose auspicious days to schedule important events. Our girls sport the round dots resembling Hollywood laser-sight spots on their foreheads, and every Christian in the south celebrates Diwali with the same fervor as any Hindu” ChristianityHinduismSpirituality QuotesIndian CultureTamilnaduSouth Indian Book:Saint Richard Parker Source: Saint Richard Parker