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The mystics, ascetics, and saints of India : a study of Sadhuism, with an account of the Yogis, Sanyasis, Bairagis, and other strange Hindu sectarians (1905) Oman, John Campbell, 1841-1911 · London : T. F. Unwin · leaf 194
Sanyasis pointedly discard those outward symbols ofHinduism—the jeneu (sacred thread), and the chundi orshikha, a tuft of hair ordinarily worn on the crown ofthe head. When, after a period of probation, the postulant wishes^ The dried hemp-plant, used for smoking like tobacco. … -^-Jl oO ■o o-(J o 5 S5 © d5 M W O i^ m« M ASCETIC SECTS AND THEIR SUBDIVISIONS to be received as a chelay lie must bring an offering includinga lingam and a rudraksha berry to the Sanyasi whosedisciple he wishes to become. Four Sanyasis are requiredfor the initiatory ceremony. In their presence… Hinduism · Asceticism -- Hinduism · Mysticism -- India · Sadhus -- India · Hindu sects · India -- Religious life and customs
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