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MACAU DAILY TIMES 澳門每日時報How sacred images in Asian cultures incorporate divine presence and make them come alive

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How sacred images in many Asian cultures incorporate divine presence and make them come alive

Walking into a favorite restaurant here in Knoxville, Tennessee, I was immediately greeted by a golden statue of Buddha, its sparkling gemstone eyes meeting my own as I made my way through the door. The aromas of Thai curries beckoned, but as I was led to a table, I kept…

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How sacred images in Asian cultures incorporate divine presence and make them come alive

(The Conversation) Through the power of rituals, inanimate objects can be understood to transform into agents who can respond to the concerns of those who worship them.

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How sacred images in many Asian cultures incorporate divine presence and make them come alive

Through the power of rituals, inanimate objects can be understood to transform into agents who can see, hear, taste and respond to the concerns of those who worship them.

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