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Photographic Print : Praying for Rain in Northern India; A Hindu Fakir Invoking the Gods, 1891. Creator: Unknown
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Praying for Rain in Northern India; A Hindu Fakir Invoking the Gods, 1891. Creator: Unknown
Praying for Rain in Northern India; A Hindu Fakir Invoking the Gods, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891
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12"x8" Photo Print
Experience the rich cultural heritage of India through our exquisite photographic print, 'Praying for Rain in Northern India: A Hindu Fakir Invoking the Gods' (1891). Captured from The Graphic: An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper, this rare and captivating image showcases a Hindu fakir in deep devotion, seeking divine intervention for rain in this vintage photograph from Heritage Images. Add this stunning piece to your collection and bring the history and tradition of India into your home or office.
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Praying for Rain in Northern India - A Hindu Fakir Invoking the Gods,
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is an evocative image captured in 1891 during the British Raj era. The photograph, published in "The Graphic: An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper," depicts a Hindu fakir, or holy man, in a desperate plea to the heavens for rain in drought-stricken Northern India. The fakir is shown hanging upside down from a tree, his long, flowing white robes billowing in the wind. His eyes are closed in deep concentration as he raises his arms towards the sky, palms pressed together in prayer. His fellow villagers have gathered around him, observing the scene with a mix of awe and hope. The image is a poignant reminder of the harsh realities faced by the people of India during the British colonial rule. The drought, a common occurrence in the region, had left the land parched and the people suffering. The British administration, focused on extracting resources for their empire, often neglected the needs of the local population. The photograph also highlights the deep-rooted religious beliefs of the Hindu community. Rain was considered a divine blessing, and the fakir's act of invoking the gods was a desperate attempt to bring relief to his people. The image is a testament to the resilience and faith of the Indian people in the face of adversity. The print, with its intricate details and nuanced shading, transports us back to a time when the world was a very different place. The image is a powerful reminder of the complex interplay of religion, imperialism, and the natural elements in the colonial world. It is a hauntingly beautiful image that continues to resonate with us today, a poignant reminder of the human spirit's ability to endure even in the most challenging of circumstances.
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