sariah

I am not Hindu, but went to the Hindu temple in our town with some acquaintances. While we were there the priest came around to the visitors with a little plate with water. The people I were with took the water and did a motion around their face and rubbed their head. They also did this to my daughter who is less than a year old. I would like to understand more what this practice meant and if it had any significance. Was it a blessing? Thanks for taking your time to reply!