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A Sacred Prayer

In a serene alcove, a devotee kneels amidst swirling incense, shadows dancing in flickering candlelight. The radiant deity, adorned with myriad arms, emanates divine grace, while intricate statues gleam against the deep blue canvas, whispering age-old tales of reverence and devotion.

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Date Taken: 10.2024
Date Uploaded: 10.2024
Photo Location: Chittagong, Bangladesh
Copyright: © Depesh Bhattacharjee