Rituals Collection (page 5)

Intersections
Mihnea Turcu

Hamer bull jumping ceremony (Ethiopia)
Joxe Inazio Kuesta Garmendia

The Eye of Faith
Debarshi Mukherjee

CHHAT PUJA
Sanghamitra Bhattacharya

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Women in Holi
Feyyaz Çetinel

LORD KRISHNA & LORD BALARAMA
Sanghamitra Bhattacharya

Hauling home, wedding party in Ireland 1870
Hauling Home, generally refers to the old ceremony of escorting the bride and groom to the couples home after a wedding.. Date: 1870

SRI LANKA, Rituals Punnaccolai Festival. Tamil Oracle called Sothimalar with her son having ritual trident piercings inserted through cheeks

Japanese Marriage Customs, pub. 1824. Creator: Japanese School (19th century)
Japanese Marriage Customs, plate from Bijzonderheden over Japan published 1824 (colour litho). A plate for Illustrations of Japan by Isaac Titsingh (1745-1812)

Offerings of Food, 19th Century. Creator: Japanese School (19th century)
Offerings of Food, 19th Century (colour woodblock print). From a 19th century album of woodcuts

Samurai Warriors on the March, 19th Century. Creator: Japanese School (19th century)
Samurai Warriors on the March, 19th Century (colour woodblock print). From a 19th century album of woodcuts

Japanese Marriage: the two families meeting, with mediator; pub. 1824. Creator: Japanese School
Japanese Marriage: the two families meeting, with mediator; plate from Bijzonderheden over Japan published 1824 (colour lithograph)

Warlord watches Samurai practising their Swordplay, 19th Century. Creator: Japanese School
Warlord watches Samurai practising their Swordplay, 19th Century (colour woodblock print). From a 19th century album of woodcuts

Synaxis of the Venerable Fathers of the Kiev Caves, Lavra (Lubok) 1883 (colour litho)
3124018 Synaxis of the Venerable Fathers of the Kiev Caves, Lavra (Lubok) 1883 (colour litho) by Russian School, (19th century); 34.7x29.9 cm; State Historical Museum, Moscow, Russia; Russian

St. Basil the Great, illustration from The Asketikon, 1594 (woodcut)
3124017 St. Basil the Great, illustration from The Asketikon, 1594 (woodcut) by Mstislavets, Pyotr (fl.1564-1577); Private Collection; (add.info.: Basil of Caesarea)

Bathing in the Ganges by Fortunino Matania
With our special artist in India: a wonderful sight in the metropolis of Hinduism. Thousands of pilgrims, fakirs and other worshippers bathing in the holy waters of the Ganges, Benares, India

Maya Codices. The Madrid Codex (Codex Tro-Cortesianus). Pos
The Madrid Codex (Codex Tro-Cortesianus). Postclassic Period. There are 112 pages, which got split up into two separate sections, known as the Troano Codex and the Cortesianus Codex

A burial in Ancient Egypt by Matania
A Burial in Ancient Egypt - A Reconstruction of the Scene at the Entombment of a High Official. Women mourners lamenting before the mummy of the departed Egyptian whilst the priest conducts

Leda and Swan, fragment of sculpture from Anhas, Morocco. 3rd century. Coptic art. Relief. EGYPT. CAIRO. Cairo. Coptic Museum

Chi Rho. Paleo-christian art. Relief on rock. SPAIN. CATALONIA. BARCELONA. Barcelona. Archaeology Museum of Catalonia

MELANCHTON, Philipp Schwarzerd, called (1497-1560). Theologian and Luthers collaborator. DURER, Albrecht (1471-1528). Renaissance art. Engraving. FRANCE. PICARDY. OISE. Chantilly

Giotto di Bondone (1267-1337). Crucifix. 1317. Renaissance art. Trecento. ITALY. VENETO. Padua. Municipal Museum of Padua. Proc: ITALY. VENETO. Padua. Scrovegni Chapel

Lorsch Gospels (Codex Aureus Laurensius). 778 - 820. Gospels written by the court scriptorium of Charlemagne and compiled in 830 in the Lorsch Abbey. Image of Christ in Majesty (Maiestas Domini)

Maya Civilization. Ball game
Maya Civilization. Mesoamerican ballgame. Litography

Illustration, painted Egyptian mummy coffin

Picture No. 11071598
Red-crowned Crane / Japanese Crane / Manchurian Crane in snow calling - Tsurui-Ito Tancho Sanctuary, Hokkaido Island, Japan. Date:

Sacrificing a bull in Ancient Greece. Late 19th century work from an unidentified artist; Illustration

Vestal Virgins in ancient Rome tending the sacred fire in their temple. After a 19th century illustration by an unidentified artist; Illustration

Wahibre Psamtik I, also known as Psammeticus or Psammetichus, 664-610 BC, King of the 26th Dynasty of Egypt. On the last day of a feast in Hephaestus temple the high priest brought out the golden

Portrait of male sage grouse displaying feathers in mating ritual, Harney Country, Oregon, USA
Portrait of a male, sage grouse (Centrocercus urophasianus) displaying feathers during mating ritual; Harney County, Oregon, United States of America

Sunrise at Poulnabrone dolmen stone in the Burren, County Clare, Ireland
The dolmen portal tomb of Poulnabrone with the golden sun rising in a grey, cloudy sky on the Burren; County Clare, Ireland

Megalithic portal tomb of Poulnabrone at dawn, County Clare, Ireland
The megalithic portal tomb of Poulnabrone reflecting the cool, blue light of dawn; County Clare, Ireland

Lintel 25 Of Yaxchilan Structure 23, Showing Accession Rituals Of The Ruler Shield Jaguar ( Itzamnaaj B alam Ii ), From The Ancient Mayan City Of Yaxchilan, Chiapas, Mexico

Middle Aged Couple Getting Married

Shadow Of Man Praying

Morley Church, Morley, Alberta, Canada

Saint Columba Anglican Church, Tuxford, Saskatchewan, Canada

Church, Rosedale, West Yorkshire, England

Pews In A Church, Iona, Scotland

Communion Symbols

A cat under a chair

Bronze Age. Four interlaced plaits. From Farup at Vindum, central Jutland. C. 350 BC. National Museum of Denmark

Lurs. The lur horns are Nordic wind instruments. Used for Br
Prehistory. Art. Metal Age. Lurs. The lur horns are the distinctively Nordic wind instruments. Used to create an atmospheric background of sound for Bronze Age rituals

NOTKER BALBULUS (840-912). Benedictine monk of the Abbey of St. Gall. Poet and composer of Gregorian chant. Codex Sangallensis 376. Missal manuscript ca

Mercury. 3rd century. Roman art. Mosaic. SPAIN. CATALONIA. Tarragona. National Archaeological Museum of Tarragona

Hevajra. 18th c. Buddhist Tantric deity. Golden bronze. Tibetan art. Sculpture. FRANCE. Ό E-DE-FRANCE. Paris. Guimet Museum. Proc: CHINA. TIBET

Sculpture depicting the goddess of fertility, artifact originating from Tepetzintla (Mexico). Pre-Colombian Civilization. Maya art. Sculpture. MEXICO. FEDERAL DISTRICT. Mexico City

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Rituals have been an integral part of human civilization since time immemorial, encompassing a myriad of cultural practices and beliefs. From the grandeur of the Coronation ritual within Westminster Abbey, where power is symbolically transferred through a meticulously choreographed ceremony, to the vibrant Geta Beraya and Udekkiya players in Sri Lanka, whose rhythmic beats echo ancient traditions. In Carthaginian art, a bust of goddess Tanit stands as a testament to their religious rituals. The intricate sculpture captures her divine essence, reminding us of the reverence bestowed upon deities throughout history. Similarly captivating is the image of a snake charmer playing his flute-like instrument while a mesmerizing serpent emerges from its basket; an enchanting display that transports us to mystical realms. For some, rituals take on darker connotations like those depicted in The Satanic Bible. This controversial text delves into alternative belief systems and challenges societal norms surrounding spirituality. Yet amidst this diversity lies unity - Picture No. 11671273 showcases people from different walks of life coming together for shared experiences. The Pooram Festival in India's Kerala region exemplifies communal celebration with row upon row of majestic elephants adorned with golden headdresses and umbrellas. Their regal presence evokes awe and admiration during this joyous occasion when tradition intertwines with modernity. Wisdom has often found solace in rituals too; such as the wise woman at Ilchester who imparts age-old knowledge passed down through generations or John Of God, whose devoutness inspired countless followers seeking spiritual healing (Picture No. 11671326). These individuals embody faith's transformative power. As we explore further into these visual narratives (Picture No. 11071611), we encounter Muhammad - Prophet and founder of Islam - whose teachings gave rise to one of the world's major religions. His life was marked by profound devotion and guided by sacred rituals that continue to shape the lives of millions.