- abhiseka
- abhi·se·ka
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Abhiseka — is the name used to describe a number of ritualistic practices in Indian religions.HinduismAbhiseka is the name given to a late Vedic rite of anointing government officials, particularly heads of state, at the time of their taking power or to… … Wikipedia
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