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Close-up photograph of a person's face in profile, eyes closed, as another person's hand with a gold-toned ring presses a finger or dot to the centre of the forehead between the brows. A blurred hand is visible in the left foreground and a reddish-brown beaded strand appears at the top left. The setting is dark and indistinct.

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Close side-profile photograph of a man with eyes closed and head tilted, while a hand with a finger presses onto his forehead between the brows, a gesture of blessing or energy transmission. Warm amber lighting; blurred bright round lamps or metal vessels frame the left and right edges. Only the face and one hand are visible. The man appears to be in a meditative or yogic state.2018-03-31November 14 20102010-11-14Close profile photo of a short-haired man with a clean-shaven and stubbled face tilting his head back while another person's hand, with a gold bangle on the wrist, presses two fingers to his forehead between the eyebrows. The setting is a blurred temple or satsang interior with warm golden lights and colourful flowers in the background. Partly visible at the right edge, a second person looks on. The recipient appears to be receiving a forehead blessing or touch, consistent with a darshan moment.2010-11-14A close photograph of a man with short dark hair tilting his head back while another person's hand, in a white sleeve, presses fingers to his forehead, apparently applying a blessing mark. Blurred golden lamp stands and a golden ornate structure stand behind them. The foreground man wears white clothing visible at the shoulder.2010-11-14December 01 20162016-12-01Close side profile photograph of a short-haired man with a trimmed moustache and stubble, wearing a white shirt, eyes closed, receiving a touch to the forehead from a hand reaching in from the left, fingers pointed toward his brow. A brass oil lamp with a bright flame sits blurred in the background beside gold ritual items and colourful flower garlands. Another person's face is partly visible at the lower right edge. The setting suggests a ritual blessing or puja at a satsang.2010-11-14April 26 20182018-04-26Close photograph of a young man with closed eyes receiving a ritual treatment. An adult's hand with a gold wristwatch and a red thread bracelet rests on the man's forehead, while another hand holds a small white cotton or herbal applicator near his nose and cheek. Warm reddish stage lighting and a dark background suggest a session in an indoor hall, consistent with a ritual application of sacred herbs.2018-04-03May 04 20182018-05-04 +1 copiesApril 26 20182018-04-26A close profile photograph of a bearded young man with short dark wavy hair, eyes closed, receiving a forehead blessing. A hand with several red and gold beaded bracelets presses a finger to his brow, while another hand is raised near the left edge. He wears beige clothing and a dark rudraksha mala at his neck. A blurred figure in orange-red robes stands in the background. The man is not clearly identifiable as a person from his appearance, so his identity is left unsure.2017-07-26Close-up photograph of a ritual head touch. A man's hand with gold rings and a red thread bracelet cradles the crown of a dark-haired person's head, while another hand with a gold ring holds the forehead and face from the other side. The background is blurred warm red and orange. The recipient's stubbled jaw and neck are visible at right. The gesture resembles a blessing or head anointing.2018-04-26