Tag: Devotion
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Thaipusam at Batu Caves: A Sea of Yellow Clad Devotees Graces Kuala Lumpur
Thaipusam Awakens Batu Caves with a Sea of Yellow In the pre-dawn hours, Batu Caves in Kuala Lumpur transformed into a living tapestry of devotion as thousands of worshippers dressed in bright yellow flooded the precincts for Thaipusam. The annual Hindu festival, which celebrates the triumph of light over darkness and the power of faith,…
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Amanda Seyfried: Obsession, Devotion, and the Joy of Socks
Behind the Curtain: Why Amanda Seyfried Values Aftercare In a rare candid moment, Amanda Seyfried invites readers to peek behind the curtain of character work and audience connection. When actors speak about their craft, the focus is often on scripts, rehearsals, or the moment they step onto the stage. Seyfried, however, anchors her craft in…
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Amanda Seyfried on Obsession, Devotion, and the Joy of Socks
Inside the conversation: obsession, devotion, and a surprising symbol Amanda Seyfried recently opened up about the forces that shape a provocative performance in The Testament of Ann Lee, revealing how obsession and devotion can become the engine of a character’s life—and a filmmaker’s lens. Far from a routine press circuit, her remarks hint at a…
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Amanda Seyfried on Obsession, Devotion, and the Quiet Joy of Socks on The Testament of Ann Lee
Introduction: A star who cares after the curtain falls Amanda Seyfried has built a career on immersive performances that linger well after the credits roll. In conversations about The Testament of Ann Lee, she reveals a rare backstage devotion: a hands-on commitment to the audience’s experience and a willingness to engage with the emotional echoes…
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Devotion Beyond Doctrine: Finding Meaning at a Christian Camp
Introduction: A Different Kind of Devotion All too often, religious travel stories frame devotion as a direct line to the divine. But in this personal piece, devotion at a Christian camp unfolds not only as worship to God, but as a living commitment to community, service, and shared growth. The setting—a sunlit campsite, the rustle…
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I found devotion at a Christian camp, but it wasn’t to God
Introduction: A different kind of devotion Travellers’ new My Happy Place series invites writers to reveal the holiday destinations they cherish the most. In this installment, I stumbled upon a form of devotion at a Christian camp that surprised me: devotion wasn’t directed toward a deity, but toward people, purpose, and the medicinal quiet of…
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Devotion at a Christian Camp: Beyond God to Community
Introduction: A Different Kind of Devotion When most of us think of devotion at a Christian camp, we picture earnest sermons, quiet prayers, and intimate moments with God. But in a recent experience I had at a Christian camp, devotion wasn’t directed solely upward. It was exercised toward people—fellow campers, volunteers, and the surrounding community.…
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Tamil Nadu Minister Urges Priests to Focus on Puja, Not Politics in Temples
Priests and Politics: A Call for Distinction in Tamil Nadu In a recent statement that drew attention across Tamil Nadu, Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Minister P. K. Sekarbabu urged that temple priests should refrain from engaging in political activities within places of worship. Speaking in Chennai, the minister emphasized that temples are sacred…
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Ilaiyaraaja Donates Diamond Crown Worth 4 Crores to Kollur Mookambika
Ilaiyaraaja’s Generous Donation to Kollur Mookambika Temple Renowned music composer Ilaiyaraaja made headlines recently with his remarkable act of devotion. On a Thursday visit to the Kollur Mookambika Temple in Udupi, Karnataka, he donated a stunning diamond-encrusted silver crown worth a staggering ₹4 crores to the deity, Mookambika. The Significance of the Donation This generous…