The ninth of the sixteen customary upacharas given to a god as part of devotion, Anulepana means "smearing."
- The god is given with fragrant unguents, or ointments, such as sandalwood paste, in this sacrifice.
- These ointments are not only utilized for their scent, but they are also thought to be beneficial to the skin.
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