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Wesak day celebration in Khanh Anh temple
Filename: 971_07_FR471068A.jpg
Size: 3744 x 5616 (12.8MB)
Date: 30th May 2010
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Credit: Ref:471
City: Evry
County: Essonne
Country: France
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Wesak day celebration in Khanh Anh temple
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Media ID 9650973
© Godong/UIG
Buddha Buddhism Buddhist Ceremony Child Monk Pagoda Prayer Puja Ritual
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print by Pascal Deloche from Universal Images Group (UIG), we are transported to the vibrant and sacred atmosphere of the Wesak day celebration in Khanh Anh temple. The image captures a moment filled with ceremony, ritual, and deep devotion as people gather to pray and seek spiritual enlightenment. The temple is adorned with intricate decorations, symbolizing the rich traditions of Buddhism. Adults and children alike can be seen engaging in prayer, their faces reflecting a sense of peace and faith. A monk stands at the forefront, leading the congregation through this profound act of worship. Water plays a significant role in this religious observance; it represents purification and renewal. People pour water over statues of Buddha as an offering, seeking blessings for themselves and loved ones. This symbolic gesture demonstrates their unwavering commitment to their religion. The photograph encapsulates both the individual's personal journey towards enlightenment as well as the collective spirit that binds them together. It beautifully portrays how spirituality transcends age or gender, uniting people from all walks of life under one shared belief system. Deloche's skillful composition allows us to immerse ourselves fully into this sacred space – we almost feel like participants rather than mere observers. Through his lens, he has captured not only a moment frozen in time but also the essence of devotion that defines Wesak day celebrations worldwide.
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