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After praying, and before eating anything, it is a good custom for everyone to feed one another a small portion of the food. This will help to cultivate mutual love and affection among the family members.
Mata Amritanandamayi
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Mata Amritanandamayi
Age: 71
Born: 1953
Born: September 27
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