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Devotees wave pieces of cloth as they welcome the statue of the Black Nazarene inside Quiapo Church during a procession in Manila January 9, 2010. Hundreds of thousands of barefoot devotees thronged the streets of Manila on Saturday as a centuries old black statue of Jesus Christ, believed to have healing powers, was paraded through the old city. The wooden, life-sized Black Nazarene, carved in Mexico and brought to the Philippines in the early 17th century, is taken out of the Quiapo Church on Jan. 9 each year for the largest parade in the predominately Roman Catholic country. REUTERS/Cheryl Ravelo (PHILIPPINES - Tags: RELIGION SOCIETY ANNIVERSARY)
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In this photo, the fervent devotion of Filipino Catholics is on full display as they welcome the revered statue of the Black Nazarene inside Quiapo Church during a vibrant procession in Manila. The image captures a sea of barefoot devotees who have flocked to the streets, their faces filled with faith and anticipation. The centuries-old wooden statue, believed to possess miraculous healing powers, holds immense significance for the predominantly Roman Catholic country. Carved in Mexico and brought to the Philippines in the 17th century, it is paraded through Manila's old city every year on January 9th. As captured by photographer Cheryl Ravelo for Reuters Images, hundreds of thousands of faithful followers wave pieces of cloth towards the statue as it makes its way into Quiapo Church. This act symbolizes their deep belief that even a touch from these cloths can bring about spiritual blessings or physical healing. The photograph not only showcases religious devotion but also highlights an important cultural event that unites communities across generations. It serves as a reminder of how traditions rooted in faith continue to shape and define societies worldwide. Through this powerful visual narrative, we witness both individual acts of piety and collective expressions of spirituality that transcend time and connect people through shared beliefs.
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