This picture was taken during the MALELDO festival in the province of Pampanga in the Philippines.
MALELDO commemorates the Passion and was also how Pampanga celebrates the Lenten season and holy week. One part of the commemoration is the re-enactment of the way of the cross and the sorrowful crucifixion of Christ.
Some people were crucified. People do this as their vow of sacrifice, some believe that their prayers will be granted if they do this while some ask for forgiveness of their sins.
This is one of my memorable experiences as a photographer. I had a chance to reflect and give thanks to all the blessing I have.
5 responses
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Nichole Ritchey gave props (4 Oct 2007):
I've been staring at this photograph and all I can think to say is, "Wow!"
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Keiko added a link (4 Oct 2007):
Other pictures from this event.... thanks (cuauymanila.multiply.com)
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Keiko said (4 Oct 2007):
Thank you Nichole!
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Carl Timpone said (12 Oct 2007):
very intense
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Henry Bowman gave props (15 Oct 2007):
Breathtaking! Beautiful capture
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