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Cremation on the Bagmati river bank in Pashupatinath holy city
Filename: 971_07_NP218498a.jpg
Size: 3573 x 5392 (27.1MB)
Date: 12th March 2008
Source: Universal Images Group (UIG)
Credit: Ref:218
City: Pashupatinath
County: Bagmati
Country: Nepal
© Godong/UIG
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Cremation on the Bagmati river bank in Pashupatinath holy city
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Media ID 9671827
© Godong/UIG
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this powerful and thought-provoking print captured by Michel Gounot from Universal Images Group (UIG), we witness a solemn moment of cremation on the Bagmati river bank in the sacred city of Pashupatinath, Nepal. The image encapsulates the essence of ritual, spirituality, and faith that permeates through Hinduism. The scene unfolds with an adult woman and man standing beside a funeral pyre, their faces etched with both grief and reverence. As they perform this ancient religious practice, their actions symbolize not only the cycle of life but also the belief in liberation from earthly attachments. The Bagmati river serves as a poignant backdrop to this profound ceremony. Its flowing waters carry away not just physical remains but also spiritual energies, signifying purification and transformation. This sacred space holds immense significance for Hindus who seek solace in connecting with their departed loved ones while embracing their own mortality. This photograph invites us to reflect upon our own beliefs and contemplate the universal themes of life's impermanence and transcendence. It reminds us that regardless of cultural or geographical boundaries, spirituality is deeply ingrained within human existence. Through his lens, Michel Gounot captures more than just an image; he captures a moment filled with deep emotion and unwavering devotion. This photograph stands as a testament to the enduring power of religion and its ability to provide solace amidst life's most challenging moments.
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