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A Roman Catholic worshipper prays at a church during Holy Week in Larantuka on Flores
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A Roman Catholic worshipper prays at a church during Holy Week in Larantuka on Flores
A Roman Catholic worshipper prays at a church during Holy Week in Larantuka on Flores island April 1, 2010. Worshippers said they visit five churches to celebrate the 500 year anniversary of the discovery of the Tuan Ma (Mother Mary) statue. They believe the statue, which was found in Flores in 1510, is the basis of a new religion that has replaced animism on the island. Government data in 2008 showed that more than 80 percent of residents on Flores Island are Roman Catholic in a predominantly Muslim country. REUTERS/Beawiharta (INDONESIA - Tags: SOCIETY RELIGION) - GM1E6411TN801
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In this photo print, we witness a Roman Catholic worshipper immersed in prayer at a church during Holy Week in Larantuka on Flores island. The year is 2010, and the atmosphere is charged with religious fervor as worshippers gather to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the discovery of the Tuan Ma (Mother Mary) statue. The significance of this event lies not only in its historical context but also in its impact on the spiritual landscape of Flores. As animism gradually gives way to a new religion, followers believe that the Tuan Ma statue serves as its foundation. This belief has attracted devotees from far and wide who make pilgrimages to five different churches across the island during this sacred week. What makes this scene even more remarkable is that it unfolds within Indonesia, a predominantly Muslim country. Government data from 2008 reveals that over 80 percent of Flores Island's population identifies as Roman Catholic, defying expectations and highlighting their unwavering faith. Photographer Beawiharta masterfully captures both the devotion and diversity present in Indonesian society through his lens. His composition allows us to glimpse into an intimate moment where spirituality transcends cultural boundaries. This image serves as a testament to humanity's innate desire for connection with something greater than ourselves—a universal longing for solace and hope found within places of worship regardless of geographical location or prevailing beliefs.
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