Author: Alexandra Radu
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Balinese Hindus await the eruption of Mount Agung, home of a god
The crater of Mount Agung is seen from the top of the volcano. Fifty-four years after its last eruption, scientists believe it is on the brink of another. Alexandra Radu The crater of Mount Agung is seen from the top of the volcano. Fifty-four years after its last eruption, scientists believe it is on the…
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A Buddhist prayer festival fills a remote Tibetan village with color
A nun recites mantras in front of a small altar with offerings. The offerings, in the form seven bowls of water with flowers represent the seven lakes surrounding Mount Meru, the center of the Buddhist universe. RNS photo by Alexandra Radu A nun recites mantras in front of a small altar with offerings. The offerings,…