The head is lowered less for the gesture of bowing and more for that of prostration. Otherwise the two distinct integral acts would be represented by indistinguishable movements.
No fixed angle is imposed where the patient's capacity is limited. The essential distinction is that the prostration gesture is lower.
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Prayer of the Sick: Standing, Gestures, Recovery and Unconsciousness
The head is lowered less for the gesture of bowing and more for that of prostration. Otherwise the two distinct integral acts would be represented by indistinguishable movements.
No fixed angle is imposed where the patient's capacity is limited. The essential distinction is that the prostration gesture is lower.