Tilaka—sacred clay markings placed on the forehead and other parts of the body to designate one as a follower of Viṣṇu, Rāma, Śiva, Vedic culture, etc.

Tilaka-sacred clay markings placed on the forehead and other parts of the body to designate one as a follower of Visnu, Rama, Siva, Vedic culture, etc.
 

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