Saridharam
Saridharam (Santali:ᱥᱟᱹᱨᱤᱫᱷᱚᱨᱚᱢ) is the name of the religion of the Santal race and one of the ancient religions of India. Nature is worshiped by the Santal caste of West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand. The founder of this religion is Ishthadevata himself, Marangburu. Religiously, animists and nature worshipers regard "Marangburu" and "Thakurjiu or Thakuwarjiu" as the creator. Idolatry is not prevalent in this religion.
The word Saridharam is derived from the Santali language words *sarisarjom*, meaning sal tree, and 'dharam', meaning religion; the word saridharam is derived from the combination of these two words.
Festival
Soharai is the biggest festival. Also, festivals like Baha, Danshai, Erag, Magmare, Acharia, Sakrat, etc. are celebrated.
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