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Fakirs of India and the Bed of Spikes
A scrambled piece describes fakirs or beggars in India and their extreme penances. It recounts the story of Purroin Seatuntis who endured a bed of spikes, curses, and public display, becoming venerated by locals while attracting royal warning and widespread awe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
India
New York Press
Relah
Ug Fm Gp Bumn
Purrum
Hir
Agvain
Welley
Keven
Herve
Toni
Ucde
Barrow
New York Mail
Union Station
Washington
Philadelphia Ledger