Pilgrims and Faith

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  Olivier Borson, Reunion
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  http:/www.olivierborson.net

In a world increasingly materialistic and pragmatic in which the constant advanced of science constantly pushing the issue of faith , I have always been struck by the intensity with which men and women continue to pray. The devotees of Hinduism are among the most fascinating. Rituals of prayer can be seen by everyone in a spirit of strong communion. This series taken between Khumb Mela Allahabad and Varanasi attempts to show how the pilgrims and their relatives remain dignified and deeply committed to their faith as they were touched by God's grace, while all around them lies the crowd and tumult ..