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Woman about to float a diya (floral float with lamp)
Filename: 971_07_IN340740B.jpg
Size: 4701 x 3134 (7.6MB)
Date: 18th March 2010
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Credit: Ref:340
City: Haridwar
County: Uttarhakand
Country: India
© Godong/UIG
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Woman about to float a diya (floral float with lamp)
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Media ID 9670435
© Godong/UIG
Hindu Hinduism India Main Offering Pilgrimage Practicing Spiritual Life
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph captured by Philippe Lissac from Universal Images Group (UIG), we witness a moment of profound spirituality and devotion. The image showcases a woman on the banks of a serene body of water in India, about to float a diya - a beautiful floral float adorned with an illuminated lamp. The scene is steeped in symbolism and represents the deep-rooted faith and religious practices that are integral to Hinduism. As the woman prepares to release her offering onto the water, she demonstrates her unwavering belief in the power of prayer and connection with the divine. The tranquility of nature envelops this spiritual act, enhancing its significance. The soft glow emanating from the diya mirrors both inner peace and external illumination, symbolizing enlightenment sought through spiritual practice. This photo encapsulates not only an individual's personal journey but also reflects upon larger themes such as pilgrimage, tradition, and cultural heritage. It serves as a reminder that spirituality can be found amidst everyday life – outdoors, under open skies – where one seeks solace and communion with something greater than oneself. Philippe Lissac's lens has beautifully frozen this moment in time; it invites us to contemplate our own spiritual journeys while appreciating the rich tapestry of diverse beliefs across Asia. Through this powerful visual narrative, we are reminded that faith knows no boundaries or limitations - it is universal.
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