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A Hindu devotees feet are seen while he rolls on the ground during the first day of

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A Hindu devotees feet are seen while he rolls on the ground during the first day of

A Hindu devotees feet are seen while he rolls on the ground during the first day of Swasthani Brata Katha festival at Saali River near Kathmandu January 9, 2012. The month-long festival is dedicated to God Madhavnarayan and Goddess Swasthani and involves the recitation of folk tales about miraculous feats performed by the two Gods, in many Hindu households. REUTERS/Navesh Chitrakar (NEPAL - Tags: RELIGION SOCIETY TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY)

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In this print captured by Navesh Chitrakar, the devotion and faith of a Hindu worshipper are vividly portrayed. The image focuses on the bare feet of a devotee as he rolls on the ground during the first day of the Swasthani Brata Katha festival at Saali River near Kathmandu. The month-long festival is dedicated to God Madhavnarayan and Goddess Swasthani, and it involves reciting folk tales about their miraculous feats in many Hindu households. This annual celebration holds great significance for Nepalese Hindus, who gather to honor their deities through various rituals. The close-up shot beautifully captures the intricate details of the man's foot, covered in sand and soil from his prostrations. Despite being unrecognizable, his act of rolling on the ground showcases his deep reverence towards God Madhavnarayan and Goddess Swasthani. The composition cleverly uses depth of field to draw attention solely to this devoted worshipper's body part while leaving ample copy space around him. The traditional stairs leading down towards him add an element of authenticity to this religious ceremony. Navesh Chitrakar's photograph not only documents a momentous occasion but also serves as a reminder of how faith can inspire people to perform extraordinary acts in devotion to their beliefs.

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