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A Sadhu, an Indian Hindu holy man, waits inside a makeshift tent on the banks of the river Ganges in the eastern Indian city of Kolkata January 11, 2009. Hindu monks and pilgrims are making an annual trip to Sagar island for a holy dip at the confluence of the Ganges river and the Bay of Bengal on January 14 for the one-day festival of " Makar Sankranti". REUTERS/Jayanta Shaw (INDIA)
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In this poignant print captured by Jayanta Shaw in Kolkata, India, we see a Sadhu, an Indian Hindu holy man, patiently waiting inside a makeshift tent on the banks of the sacred river Ganges. The image was taken on January 11,2009, during the annual pilgrimage of Hindu monks and devotees to Sagar island for the auspicious occasion of "Makar Sankranti". The Sadhu's somber expression reflects his deep devotion and spiritual contemplation as he prepares himself for the upcoming holy dip at the confluence of the mighty Ganges river and the Bay of Bengal. Makar Sankranti is a one-day festival celebrated with great fervor across India to mark the transition of winter into spring. Surrounded by simplicity and minimal possessions within his humble abode, this photograph encapsulates both solitude and anticipation. The Sadhu's presence symbolizes detachment from worldly desires while embracing spirituality wholeheartedly. Jayanta Shaw's lens captures not only a moment frozen in time but also invites viewers to reflect upon their own spiritual journeys. It serves as a reminder that amidst chaos and materialism, there are individuals who choose to lead lives devoted solely to seeking enlightenment. This powerful image resonates with reverence for tradition and highlights India's rich cultural heritage where faith intertwines seamlessly with everyday life along its sacred riverside cities like Kolkata.
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