Annals and Antiquities of Rajasthan, or the Central and Western Rajput States of India v2.c27.s5.t1.26
Annals and Antiquities of Rajasthan, or the Central and Western Rajput States of India v2.c27.s5.t1.26
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v2.c27.s5.t1.26
⁶ Asis is a form of benediction only bestowed by females and priests : it is performed by clasping both hands over the person's head, and waving a piece of silver or other valuable over him, which is bestowed in charity [the object being to disperse evil influence].