A candle for Tianhou, the Mother of Heaven, and Goddess of the Sea. While the following information is related to Buddhism, and Tianhou is part of the Taoist pantheon, the symbolism is probably the same:
Candles are a traditional part of Buddhist ritual observances. Along with incense and flowers, candles (or some other type of light source, such as butter lamps) are placed before Buddhist shrines or images of the Buddha as a show of respect. They may also be accompanied by offerings of food and drink. The light of the candles is described as representing the light of the Buddha’s teachings, echoing the metaphor of light used in various Buddhist scriptures.
from: Wikipedia
Captured: July 12, 2008.
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July 28th, 2008 at 3:34 am
Awesome colors. Well, I’m a fan of red and black.
July 28th, 2008 at 7:22 am
Merci, Jax. I am burnt red from the sun, and my heart is blackish: Am I still tasty vittles?
July 28th, 2008 at 11:39 am
Love the way you caught the flame!
Interesting how many faiths use candles and food or drink offerings.
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July 28th, 2008 at 4:29 pm
you should make a book of photos. or find a way to sell prints…
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July 28th, 2008 at 7:41 pm
I agree with Matt. You should consider a career in photography.
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July 29th, 2008 at 6:23 am
Shawn: Maybe the offerings are universal, much like faith or belief?
Matt: Working on it…
Unguided: What fun would that be? I’m a teacher.
July 29th, 2008 at 8:22 am
I really love this photograph. Yes, please do find a way to sell your prints. This is one I would definitely consider buying!
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July 29th, 2008 at 7:58 pm
This is beautiful, Stevo.
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July 30th, 2008 at 2:13 am
Realy nice Stevo…
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July 30th, 2008 at 4:44 am
LB: Click the links, I added it just for you!
Robin: Many thanks.
Ron: Coolio.