I clicked these colorful gentlemen on my way in Mumbai. My local Architect friend Poonam explained their background to me...
These colorful gentlemen are known as "Vasudevs". They are a wandering tribe of Krishna worshippers and traditional 'fortune tellers' who move from village to village in olden days. People await their arrival to hear good news! They sing bhakti songs and survive on alms from people.
Back in the late '60's and early '70s, they came to Texas and other states here...but now, they are gone.
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Donna
Really?!
DeleteVery enlightening to know. Such amazing attire!
ReplyDeleteThat's so interesting, Ashok.
ReplyDeleteHow much do they charge to tell your fortune?
ReplyDeleteI don't think there is any fixed charge. They accept what's offered.
DeleteLovely customs! Thanks for sharing! Valerie
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ReplyDeleteYour photo and the comment that they used to be in the United States, caused me to do a little research. Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev came to the United States and traveled on a motorcycle to learn about the spirituality and mysticism of Native Americans. While writing a book, as he stayed in the.Cumberland Plateau area of Tennessee, he saw a Native American spirit in great pain and discovered he was at the beginning of the Trail of Tears. He created the Isha Institute of Inner-Sciences, at that place.
ReplyDeleteWe have built all kinds of facilities in our society to take care of our physical, psychological, and social needs. What is lacking is infrastructure that addresses the inner wellbeing of human beings, the essential core of who we are. – Sadhguru
I've been to McMinnville, TN; but I never knew that institute was there. Great photo. You always make me work in my leisure :)
Thanks Yvonne for the research and interesting informations. 👍
DeleteHappy to note that my posts keep you busy 😀
Since childhood I have had a great interest in traditional clothing from country to country, down through the years to the present day. There were many ladies and gentlemen in our area dressed in their country's attire and so, the seed was sown :) Thank you, another great photo!
ReplyDeleteGlad you like it Denise
DeleteA wonderful photo and very interesting history. Have a nice day.
ReplyDeleteThank you Nicole
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