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Incense sticks in front of Bad Homburg's oldest Thai Sala.
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A bundle of my favorite Morning Star incense sticks ready to be gifted to someone special. HMM, everyone ! !
My Christmas Angel is created out of images of smoke from incense sticks.
A very Merry Christmas to everyone :)
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Wat Suthat Thepphawararam is a royal temple in Bangkok, Thailand. It is a royal temple of the first grade, one of ten such temples in Bangkok. There are 23 in the whole of Thailand. Construction was begun by King Rama I in 1807. Further construction and decorations were carried out by King Rama II, who also assisted, but the temple was not completed until the reign of King Rama III in 1847. This temple contains the Buddha statue Phra Sri Sakyamuni, which was moved from a temple in Sukhothai province. Sukhothai was the capital of the first kingdom of Siam in the 13th and 15th centuries. Twenty-eight Chinese pagodas are placed on the lower terrace of the base, signifying the twenty-eight Buddhas born on this earth. In 2005, the temple was submitted to UNESCO for consideration as an addition to the World Heritage List. The viharn of Wat Suthat is one of the oldest surviving buildings from the Rattanakosin era. It contains the main Buddha statue of the Wat. The Phra Si Sakyamuni is an eight meter high bronze Buddha statue. The temple is beautiful and is not inferior to the Grand Palace. The big advantage that you can take pictures inside and it is wonderfully quiet. The temple complex officially called Wat Suthat Thepphawararam is one of the largest in Bangkok and covers 10 hectares. The viharn of Wat Suthat is one of the oldest surviving buildings from the Rattanakosin era. It contains the main Buddha statue of the Wat. There is an 800 year old Sukhothai Buddha statue standing 8 meters high in a demure Mara pose. It was cast in Sukhothai and was brought to Bangkok by riverboat from an abandoned temple in Sukhothai.
Thai Buddhism is represented most obviously by the thousands of beautiful, ornately decorated and colorful temples in the country. The Phra Si Sakyamuni in Bangkok is an eight meter high bronze Buddha statue. Around the foot of this 800 year old Buddha are all small Buddha statues. When praying and requesting a favor to Buddha, Thai people take three incense sticks, i.e one pour the Buddha, one for the Sangha - Buddhist community, one for the Dharma - teachings of the Buddha, a flower- orchid or lotus which symbolizes the Buddhist teachings purity and a small candle -it symbolizes comprehension enlightenment. Then they lit the incense sticks, kneel three times and put the incense sticks in front of the statue. For Buddhists in Thailand, incense is an important element of worship to pay respect to Buddha.They cover the Buddha statue with a thin golden leaf to honor Buddha teachings. In case of pain, the thin golden leaf shall be stuck at the same painful location on the Buddha statue.
Wat Suthat Thepphawararam is een koninklijke tempel in Bangkok, Thailand. Het is één van de tien eerste graadstempels in Bangkok. In heel Thailand zijn het er 23. De bouw werd begonnen door Koning Rama I in 1807. Verdere bouw en versieringen werden uitgevoerd door koning Rama II, die ook zelf heeft geholpen, maar de tempel werd pas voltooid tijdens het bewind van koning Rama III in 1847. Deze tempel bevat het Boeddhabeeld Phra Sri Sakyamuni, die werd verplaatst van uit een tempel in de provincie Sukhothai. Sukhothai was de hoofdstad van het eerste koninkrijk Siam in de 13e en 15e eeuw. Op het onderste terras van de basis zijn achtentwintig Chinese pagodes geplaatst, die de achtentwintig geboren Boeddha's op deze aarde betekenen. In 2005 werd de tempel voorgelegd aan de UNESCO ter overweging als toevoeging aan de Werelderfgoedlijst. De viharn van de Wat Suthat is één van de oudste nog bestaande gebouwen uit het Rattanakosin-tijdperk. Het bevat het belangrijkste Boeddhabeeld van de Wat. Er staat een 800 jaar oud bronzen Sukhothai Boeddhabeeld van 8 meter hoog in een ingetogen Mara-houding. Het werd zo'n 800 jaar geleden in Sukhothai gegoten en werd per rivierboot vanuit een verlaten tempel in Sukhothai naar Bangkok gebracht. De tempel is prachtig en doet niet onder aan de Grand Palace. Het grote voordeel dat je hier wel binnen mag fotograferen en heerlijk rustig is. Rond de voet van deze 800 jaar oude boeddha staan allemaal kleine boeddhabeeldjes. Bij het bidden en het vragen van een gunst aan Boeddha, nemen Thaise mensen drie wierookstokjes, d.w.z. één voor de Boeddha, één voor de Sangha - boeddhistische gemeenschap, één voor de Dharma - leer van de Boeddha, een bloem-orchidee of lotus die de boeddhist symboliseert. leer zuiverheid en een kleine kaars - het symboliseert begripsverlichting. Daarna staken ze de wierookstokjes aan, knielden driemaal neer en legden de wierookstokjes voor het beeld. Voor boeddhisten in Thailand is wierook een belangrijk element van aanbidding om Boeddha te respecteren. Ze bedekken het Boeddhabeeld met een dun gouden blad om de Boeddha-leringen te eren. Bij pijn wordt het dunne bladgoud op dezelfde pijnlijke plek op het Boeddhabeeld geplakt.
Mitte des 19. Jahrhunderts erbaut ist der Man Mo Tempel einer der ältesten Temple Hongkongs. Dieser taoistische Temple ist den Göttern Man und Mo geweiht. Außer von Touristen, Fotografen und Models wird der Tempel natürlich im Wesentlichen aufgesucht von Menschen, die sich von höheren Mächten eine positive Wendung ihres Lebens herbeiwünschen. Dies geht mit einem Gebet, Räucherstäbchen oder diesen Räucherspiralen, die man vor Ort käuflich erwirbt und an die man seinen frommen Wunsch auf einem roten Zettel anbringen darf.
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Built in the mid-19th century, the Man Mo Temple is one of Hong Kong's oldest temples. This Taoist temple is dedicated to the gods Man and Mo. Besides tourists, photographers, and models, the temple is primarily visited by people seeking a positive turn in their lives from higher powers. This can be done with prayer, incense sticks, or these incense coils, which can be purchased on site and to which one can attach one's pious wish on a red slip of paper.
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Invitation to tea - Although I drink green tea all year round, now is the best time again. I start my preparations at five in the morning. I water the plants and look after the cats. The birds have been singing their melodies for a long time. The smoke from the incense sticks drifts lightly through the garden and the white clouds drift across the sky.
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coffee (probably too much), music (probably too loud), incense sticks (probably too intense) and drawings (probably too ugly)...
Fleeting sculpture of smoke. A countless steam of perfect creations in the smoke of two incense sticks.
Scanned print.
Mamiya 645 ProTL w/ Mamiya Sekor 120 mm macro/f4.
Fomapan 200 developed in Fomadon R09 1+100, semistand 1 h.
Enlarged with Meopta Opemus 5 and printed on Fomaspeed 311 S (24x30 cm).
Untoned.
This is by no means an embellishment of opioid drugs. Old giant poppies from the garden and incense sticks in a macro experiment.
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Wat Intharawihan is a very old temple that predates the founding of the city of Bangkok in 1782. It was originally called Wat Rai Phrik until King Rama I restored and renamed the temple Wat Intharam. It is known for its huge standing Buddha statue called Luang Pho To. The statue is 32 meters high and 10 meters wide. The standing Buddha is one of the most common forms of Buddha statues and can be found in many temples and Buddhist sites. They are often seen as a symbol of strength and wisdom. The construction of the Big Buddha took 60 years. The statue is made of brick and plaster and later refurbished with Italian gold mosaic tiles gilded with gold. In the mid-1960s, King Bhumibol, Queen Sirikit and their children covered the statue's forehead with gold leaf. There is an entrance behind the statue that leads to a stairway that leads to the shoulder of the Buddha, where you have a great view of the area, although it is rarely open to the public. Worshipers offer mackerel, a boiled egg and a garland of flowers which they place at Luang Pho To's large feet along with incense sticks.
The temple itself is a beautiful example of Thai architecture and also contains a number of other statues and relics of Buddha and other saints. There are also many frescoes and murals that tell the history and teachings of Buddhism. It is a popular destination for pilgrims and tourists, who often come to admire the statue and participate in the ceremonies and prayers that take place here. The altar is often decorated with flowers, incense, and oil lamps. There is often also an offering basket where visitors can place their own offerings. People often come to the temple to pray for health, prosperity and happiness. The Buddha statues on the altar are seen as personifications of Buddha and are there to help achieve these wishes. The temples are often an important center for the local community and are often used for religious ceremonies and events. The images on the altar are often seen as spiritual guides that help to find inner peace and enlightenment. The temple is also an important center for Buddhist studies and many monks and students live and study here.
Wat Intharawihan is een heel oude tempel die dateert van vóór de oprichting van de stad Bangkok in 1782. Oorspronkelijk heette het Wat Rai Phrik tot dat Koning Rama I de tempel Wat Intharam herstelde en omdoopte. Het staat bekend om zijn enorme staande Boeddhabeeld genaamd Luang Pho To. Het beeld is 32 meter hoog en 10 meter breed. De staande boeddha is één van de meest voorkomende vormen van Boeddhabeelden en is te vinden in veel tempels en boeddhistische locaties. Ze worden vaak gezien als een symbool van kracht en wijsheid. De bouw van de Grote Boeddha duurde 60 jaar. Het beeld is gemaakt van baksteen en gips en later opgeknapt met Italiaanse gouden mozaïektegels verguld met goud.
Halverwege de jaren zestig bedekten koning Bhumibol, koningin Sirikit en hun kinderen het voorhoofd van het beeld met bladgoud. Er is een ingang achter het beeld die leidt naar een trap die naar de schouder van de Boeddha leidt, waar je een geweldig uitzicht hebt over de omgeving, hoewel het slechts zelden open is voor het publiek. Aanbidders offeren makreel, een gekookt ei en een krans van bloemen die ze samen met wierookstokjes aan de grote voeten van Luang Pho To leggen. De tempel zelf is een prachtig voorbeeld van Thaise architectuur en bevat ook een aantal andere beelden en relikwieën van Boeddha en andere heiligen. Er zijn ook veel fresco's en muurschilderingen die de geschiedenis en de leer van het boeddhisme vertellen. Het is een populaire bestemming voor pelgrims en toeristen, die vaak het beeld komen bewonderen en deelnemen aan de ceremonies en gebeden die hier plaatsvinden. De tempel is ook een belangrijk centrum voor boeddhistische studies en er wonen en studeren veel monniken en studenten.
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Today I wanted to go to harbour to shoot cityscape at night, but it was raining! So decided not to go and do my photo of the day at home!
Last few days on Flickr I was looking at water sculptures made from water drop collisions, so I got this weird idea to play with smoke and create some sculptures from smoke. Experimented for about 3 hours, used two kind of smoke sources - steam diffuser and incense sticks. Steam smoke was not very well defined, a bit heavy as well, while smoke from incense sticks was pretty well defined and was rising higher. Had a lot of fun with it! I guess not too bad for first attempt. What you think about it?
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Wat Intharawihan is a very old temple that predates the founding of the city of Bangkok in 1782. It was originally called Wat Rai Phrik until King Rama I restored and renamed the temple Wat Intharam. It is known for its huge standing Buddha statue called Luang Pho To. The statue is 32 meters high and 10 meters wide. The standing Buddha is one of the most common forms of Buddha statues and can be found in many temples and Buddhist sites. They are often seen as a symbol of strength and wisdom. The construction of the Big Buddha took 60 years. The statue is made of brick and plaster and later refurbished with Italian gold mosaic tiles gilded with gold. In the mid-1960s, King Bhumibol, Queen Sirikit and their children covered the statue's forehead with gold leaf. There is an entrance behind the statue that leads to a stairway that leads to the shoulder of the Buddha, where you have a great view of the area, although it is rarely open to the public. Worshipers offer mackerel, a boiled egg and a garland of flowers which they place at Luang Pho To's large feet along with incense sticks.
The temple itself is a beautiful example of Thai architecture and also contains a number of other statues and relics of Buddha and other saints. There are also many frescoes and murals that tell the history and teachings of Buddhism. It is a popular destination for pilgrims and tourists, who often come to admire the statue and participate in the ceremonies and prayers that take place here. The altar is often decorated with flowers, incense, and oil lamps. There is often also an offering basket where visitors can place their own offerings. People often come to the temple to pray for health, prosperity and happiness. The Buddha statues on the altar are seen as personifications of Buddha and are there to help achieve these wishes. The temples are often an important center for the local community and are often used for religious ceremonies and events. The images on the altar are often seen as spiritual guides that help to find inner peace and enlightenment. The temple is also an important center for Buddhist studies and many monks and students live and study here.
Wat Intharawihan is een heel oude tempel die dateert van vóór de oprichting van de stad Bangkok in 1782. Oorspronkelijk heette het Wat Rai Phrik tot dat Koning Rama I de tempel Wat Intharam herstelde en omdoopte. Het staat bekend om zijn enorme staande Boeddhabeeld genaamd Luang Pho To. Het beeld is 32 meter hoog en 10 meter breed. De staande boeddha is één van de meest voorkomende vormen van Boeddhabeelden en is te vinden in veel tempels en boeddhistische locaties. Ze worden vaak gezien als een symbool van kracht en wijsheid. De bouw van de Grote Boeddha duurde 60 jaar. Het beeld is gemaakt van baksteen en gips en later opgeknapt met Italiaanse gouden mozaïektegels verguld met goud.
Halverwege de jaren zestig bedekten koning Bhumibol, koningin Sirikit en hun kinderen het voorhoofd van het beeld met bladgoud. Er is een ingang achter het beeld die leidt naar een trap die naar de schouder van de Boeddha leidt, waar je een geweldig uitzicht hebt over de omgeving, hoewel het slechts zelden open is voor het publiek. Aanbidders offeren makreel, een gekookt ei en een krans van bloemen die ze samen met wierookstokjes aan de grote voeten van Luang Pho To leggen. De tempel zelf is een prachtig voorbeeld van Thaise architectuur en bevat ook een aantal andere beelden en relikwieën van Boeddha en andere heiligen. Er zijn ook veel fresco's en muurschilderingen die de geschiedenis en de leer van het boeddhisme vertellen. Het is een populaire bestemming voor pelgrims en toeristen, die vaak het beeld komen bewonderen en deelnemen aan de ceremonies en gebeden die hier plaatsvinden. De tempel is ook een belangrijk centrum voor boeddhistische studies en er wonen en studeren veel monniken en studenten.
China, Shanghai, Jing'ān Temple, the temple of Peace & Tranquility is a Buddhist temple in the on the West Nanjing Road in the Jing'an District. Together with the Yonghe Temple in Beijing & the Guangxiao Temple in Guangzhou, it is one of the most important Buddhist religious buildings in China.
The temple was originally built in 247 AD, at the time of the Wu Dynasty, on the Suzhou River, known as the Chongyuan Temple at that time. Due to recurring floods during the Song Dynasty ,960-1279 AD, it had to be relocated to its present location on Nanjing Road in 1216. During the Cultural Revolution, the temple was used as a plastic factory. In 1972 the temple burned down completely, from 1983 rebuilt gradually & returned to its original purpose, the last extensive renovation work took place in 2004.
The temple includes three large halls, the Mahavira Hall, the Hall of Heavenly Kings & the Hall of Three Gods. In the Mahavira Hall completed in 1991, there is an impressive, 3.8mtr high & about 11 ton jade Buddha statue, the largest of its kind in China, in a second hall, a more than eight-meter-high Silver Buddha can be seen.
In the spacious courtyard of the temple, visitors burn incense sticks in two fire pits provided for this purpose. Others try to throw coins into the shrine, which is centrally located in the middle of the courtyard, which should bring luck & success.
The district of Jing'an is one of the most densely populated districts of Shanghai. In the immediate vicinity of the temple are numerous skyscrapers & lively shopping streets.
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Vancouver’s first Fire Dragon Festival since 1975 was September 24-26, 2021. The weekend was a celebration of local Chinese food, art, culture and heritage.
A 70 foot long Fire Dragon, inspired by the century old tradition originating in Hong Kong was strung on the west wall of the Keefer Building (133 Keefer St.) for the event.
The colourful new Spirit Dragon community art installation – a collaboration between local artist Lam Wong and other members of the Bagua Artist Association was made primarily from recycled materials provided by neighbourhood businesses.
The display is an ideation of the COVID-19 pandemic and the toll it took on the Chinatown community. It was designed to boost spirits, and to hopefully disseminate its message of healing across Vancouver.
The legend of the spiritual creature representing good fortune goes back about 140 years to a small village in Hong Kong struck by a typhoon, suffered a python attack, and then hit by a plague.
An elder had a dream in which the Buddha told him the only way to put an end to so much misfortune was to build a dragon made of straw and hay, fill it with incense sticks, and dance throughout the village for three days and three nights.
The strategy worked, and the ritual has been kept alive ever since.
Yes, the lower part of the building wall is a favourite of graffiti vandals.
05 October:
Fire Dragon is no more, it was removed today.
A nun and temple assistant sits in an opening of one of Bayon's shrines on the upper level terrace of the temple. Many intricate carvings and a large devata on the outer wall next to her. She is holding incense sticks as offering, with one of Bayon's enigmatic giant face sculptures visible through the opening in the background.
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This assignment was rather complicated as you need time to do it. I used 2 incense sticks a black drop, 1 off-camera flash (SB-700), high speed triggers and a reflector. I then edited the results with photoshop to adjust the levels and remove any unwanted details. I hope you like the results.
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It's All Saint's Day so me and my family spent the good day at the cemetery where our ancestors are. We had all sorts of food prepared and spent the day eating, lighting candles and incense sticks.
I'm totally drained so I'm breaking my sleep record and go hit the sack at 10.30pm!!
May your November be full of blessings.
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Includes bench, white fur blanket, fireplace, fire screen, leather log holder, marble menorah, minimalist snowmen, mirror, incense sticks & candle sniffer. Items between 1-6 LI.
Bench comes bento animated & available in adult or PG. Includes animation menus for MF/MM/FF couples.
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Wat Intharawihan is a very old temple that predates the founding of the city of Bangkok in 1782. It was originally called Wat Rai Phrik until King Rama I restored and renamed the temple Wat Intharam. It is known for its huge standing Buddha statue called Luang Pho To. The statue is 32 meters high and 10 meters wide. The standing Buddha is one of the most common forms of Buddha statues and can be found in many temples and Buddhist sites. They are often seen as a symbol of strength and wisdom. The construction of the Big Buddha took 60 years. The statue is made of brick and plaster and later refurbished with Italian gold mosaic tiles gilded with gold. In the mid-1960s, King Bhumibol, Queen Sirikit and their children covered the statue's forehead with gold leaf. There is an entrance behind the statue that leads to a stairway that leads to the shoulder of the Buddha, where you have a great view of the area, although it is rarely open to the public. Worshipers offer mackerel, a boiled egg and a garland of flowers which they place at Luang Pho To's large feet along with incense sticks.
The temple itself is a beautiful example of Thai architecture and also contains a number of other statues and relics of Buddha and other saints. There are also many frescoes and murals that tell the history and teachings of Buddhism. It is a popular destination for pilgrims and tourists, who often come to admire the statue and participate in the ceremonies and prayers that take place here. The temple is also an important center for Buddhist studies and many monks and students live and study here.
Wat Intharawihan is een heel oude tempel die dateert van vóór de oprichting van de stad Bangkok in 1782. Oorspronkelijk heette het Wat Rai Phrik tot dat Koning Rama I de tempel Wat Intharam herstelde en omdoopte. Het staat bekend om zijn enorme staande Boeddhabeeld genaamd Luang Pho To. Het beeld is 32 meter hoog en 10 meter breed. De staande boeddha is één van de meest voorkomende vormen van Boeddhabeelden en is te vinden in veel tempels en boeddhistische locaties. Ze worden vaak gezien als een symbool van kracht en wijsheid. De bouw van de Grote Boeddha duurde 60 jaar. Het beeld is gemaakt van baksteen en gips en later opgeknapt met Italiaanse gouden mozaïektegels verguld met goud.
Halverwege de jaren zestig bedekten koning Bhumibol, koningin Sirikit en hun kinderen het voorhoofd van het beeld met bladgoud. Er is een ingang achter het beeld die leidt naar een trap die naar de schouder van de Boeddha leidt, waar je een geweldig uitzicht hebt over de omgeving, hoewel het slechts zelden open is voor het publiek. Aanbidders offeren makreel, een gekookt ei en een krans van bloemen die ze samen met wierookstokjes aan de grote voeten van Luang Pho To leggen. De tempel zelf is een prachtig voorbeeld van Thaise architectuur en bevat ook een aantal andere beelden en relikwieën van Boeddha en andere heiligen. Er zijn ook veel fresco's en muurschilderingen die de geschiedenis en de leer van het boeddhisme vertellen. Het is een populaire bestemming voor pelgrims en toeristen, die vaak het beeld komen bewonderen en deelnemen aan de ceremonies en gebeden die hier plaatsvinden. De tempel is ook een belangrijk centrum voor boeddhistische studies en er wonen en studeren veel monniken en studenten.
在人世生存 ....
就不要奢求過多
不要问太多爲什么
To survive in this world ....
Do not ask for too much
Do not ask too many "whys"
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每一條路都是荒径
每一個人都是過客
每一片記憶都是曾經
Every road is a lone path
Everybody is a passerby
Every piece of memory is the past
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From my archive – 2016: Cambodians, like so many others in South-east Asia, are devout Buddhists.
Here in Siem Reap, the gateway town to Angkor Wat, this temple (one of many) is constantly busy with people’s comings and goings; whatever they’re doing and wherever they’re going, they always find a few moments to say ‘thank you’, to offer a prayer, to pay homage.
The smoke from the incense sticks, by the way, is said to purify the space in which they burn – be it the largest conference centre or the smallest domestic room.
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Suphan Buri is an ancient town in Thailand rich in culture and historical temples. The word Suphan originates from the Sanskrit word Suvarna, meaning gold, and the word buri from Sanskrit Purī, meaning town or city. Hence the name of the province literally means City of Gold. Suphan Buri might be the site which is mentioned in very old Buddhist writings. However the first confirmed historical settlement was when the city was known as Meuang Thawarawadi Si Suphannaphumi. Its founding did take place 877-882. Wat Phra Non is famed for its large fish sanctuary that occupies some part of the river as well as beautiful shady park which is the main recreational area of the province. The image hall or Wihan of Wat Phra Non houses a special reclining Buddha image. While most reclining Buddha images lie on one side this Buddha image lies supine.
Thai Buddhism is represented most obviously by the thousands of beautiful, ornately decorated and colorful temples in the country. Photo of Wat Phra Non taken in Suphan Buri - Thailand.
When praying and requesting a favor to Buddha, Thai people take three incense sticks, i.e one pour the Buddha, one for the Sangha - Buddhist community, one for the Dharma - teachings of the Buddha, a flower - orchid or lotus which symbolizes the Buddhist teachings purity and a small candle - it symbolizes comprehension enlightenment. Then they lit the incense sticks, kneel three times and put the incense sticks in front of the statue. For Buddhists in Thailand, incense is an important element of worship to pay respect to Buddha.They cover the Buddha statue with a thin golden leaf to honour Buddha teachings. In case of pain, the thin golden leaf shall be stuck at the same painful location on the Buddha statue.
Thien Hau Temple. Saigon.
Burning incense is the commonest way of worshiping spirits. In Lunar New Year (Tet, Year of the Pig), it's a custom to burn incense sticks to pray for health, good fortune, etc.
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Wat Bowonniwet is a Buddhist temple in Bangkok, Thailand. It is one of the oldest and most important temples in the city and is known for its beautiful architecture and religious value. It is also an important center of monastic education and is considered a sacred site by many Thais. One of the key attractions of Wat Bowonniwet is the statue of the Buddha that is housed within the temple. The statue is highly revered and is considered to be one of the most important Buddhist artifacts in Thailand. It is made of bronze and depicts the Buddha in a seated position, with a serene expression on his face. The statue is surrounded by intricate carvings and is considered to be a work of art as well as a religious artifact. Wat Bowonniwet is worth a visit for those interested in Buddhist temples and Thai culture. The temple is used for various religious ceremonies and rituals. For example, this could be a daily prayer service or meditation session, or a large-scale holiday such as Wesak Day, which celebrates the birth, enlightenment and exaltation of the Buddha. There are also many traditional rituals and ceremonies associated with Buddhist teachings that are regularly performed at Wat Bowonniwet, including collecting alms for the monks, offering food and giving money to the temple. All of these ceremonies are important to the Thai Buddhist community and are a good way to experience Thai culture and religion.
The residence and life of the monks at Wat Bowonniwet is an important aspect of Thai Buddhist culture and offers visitors the chance to learn more about these traditions and rituals. Lighting three incense sticks at a Thai temple is a common ritual act in Thai Buddhist culture. This ritual is meant to pay respect to the Buddha and other spiritual beings worshiped in the temple. Burning incense is also meant to cleanse the mind and body of negative energies. When lighting the incense sticks, the believer holds the sticks, holding the ends in the flame of a candle. After the sticks burn, they are placed in the incense holder, which is filled with hot coals and incense. The believer then bows to the Buddha and the other spiritual beings and offers them the incense as a sign of respect and devotion. After this, prayers or meditation is often performed, and believers may also make donations to the temple. Lighting incense at a Thai temple is an important part of Thai spiritual practice and is considered a way to connect with the Buddha and other spiritual beings, and to honor and promote Buddhist values and ideals. It is also a way to say prayers and wishes, and to seek enlightenment and peace. Photo of Samantha and Casper at this ritual.
Wat Bowonniwet is een boeddhistische tempel in Bangkok, Thailand. Het is een van de oudste en belangrijkste tempels in de stad en staat bekend om zijn prachtige architectuur en religieuze waarde. Het is ook een belangrijk centrum van monnikenonderwijs en wordt gezien als een heilige plaats door veel Thais. Wat Bowonniwet is een bezoek waard voor degenen die geïnteresseerd zijn in boeddhistische tempels en Thaise cultuur. De tempel wordt gebruikt voor diverse religieuze ceremonies en rituelen.
Het aansteken van drie wierookstokjes bij een Thaise tempel is een veel voorkomende rituele handeling in de Thaise boeddhistische cultuur. Dit ritueel is bedoeld om respect te tonen aan de boeddha en andere spirituele wezens die in de tempel worden vereerd. Het aansteken van wierook is ook bedoeld om de geest en het lichaam te reinigen van negatieve energieën. Bij het aansteken van de wierookstokjes houdt de gelovige de stokjes vast, waarbij de uiteinden in de vlam van een kaars worden gehouden. Nadat de stokjes branden, worden ze in de wierookhouder geplaatst, die gevuld is met hete kooltjes en wierook. De gelovige maakt vervolgens een buiging voor de boeddha en de andere spirituele wezens en biedt hen de wierook aan als teken van respect en devotie. Hierna wordt vaak gebeden of meditatie uitgevoerd, en kunnen gelovigen ook schenkingen geven aan de tempel. Het aansteken van wierook bij een Thaise tempel is een belangrijk onderdeel van de Thaise spirituele praktijk en wordt beschouwd als een manier om te verbinden met de boeddha en andere spirituele wezens, en om boeddhistische waarden en idealen te eren en te bevorderen. Het is ook een manier om gebeden en wensen uit te spreken, en om verlichting en vrede te zoeken. Foto van Samantha en Casper bij dit ritueel. Er zijn ook veel traditionele rituelen en ceremonies geassocieerd met de boeddhistische leer die regelmatig worden uitgevoerd in Wat Bowonniwet, waaronder het verzamelen van alms voor de monniken, het offeren van voedsel en het geven van geld aan de tempel. Al deze ceremonies zijn belangrijk voor de Thaise boeddhistische gemeenschap en zijn een goede manier om de Thaise cultuur en religie te ervaren.
Picked up some incense sticks at the shops today. I instantly had a helper in Fin as soon as he heard burning stuff was involved!.To be fair Fin helped loads and wafted the smoke when it got a bit boring. He even pointed out when to take this shot as it "looks like ribs". Another plus from shooting like this is the whole house now smells of jasmine.
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Another smoke image. The smoke is from incense sticks bought at a Dollar Store and it works just fine. These are relatively easy to set up and once you are shooting you can get a lot of shots! Especially nice when it is raining or bad weather outside, you can shoot inside! I have a lot of these and will occasionally post one. I colorize them in Photoshop. :-)
D800 CLS + SB-900 @ 1/64 reflected from a half-closed silver umbrella. ( incense sticks burning in background)
This image does have significant character....just not sure what to make of it!!!! It almost appears to have two faces hidden in it but........????? :-)
If anyone is interested in other smoke images that I have posted on flickr they can be found here:
www.flickr.com/photos/larry_d/sets/72157630166666926/
It's been awhile since I posted a smoke image so here is another one. The color comes from the incense and not any color that I applied. Strange that none of the other incense sticks colored the same produced these colors. The lights and flash were all the same in every instance.
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The recent visit to Lift 109 at Battersea Power Station was great for photography on a nice day. The gift shop afterwards I was taken by this small but heavy paper weight as a reminder of the trip, so bought one.
So a recent mono club group at Windsor Photographic Society this week - I took along my iPhone, a macro lens and this was the result. Shirley kindly provided some incense sticks which gave some smoke effect from the rear chimney. Just a bit of fun but quite pleased with the result from my iPhone.
After all that the macro lens was far too much fine detail as this shot was taken with the standard Apple App !!
Handheld using iPhone 13 Pro Max, image lit from a head torch from 34 degrees on the left. Processed in Lightroom CC and mono conversion in NIK Collection Silver EFEX Pro 2.
(Smoke from an incense stick.)