Honorable Mention / 2024 / Portraiture / Culture

Pious Price

An elderly person prays devoutly, but when faced with the donation box, it seems as if the deity has transformed into a transactional entity. This prompts us to ponder how modern individuals seek to fulfill their desires with a minimal exchange of money, deviating from the original intent of reverence for the divine. The role of deities should guide us towards the right path. This photo reflects such imbalance, sparking contemplation on contemporary perspectives of faith.