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Worshippers gather around candles, stuck to jars with honey, during a religious mass in the church of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin in the city of Blagoevgrad, some 100 km (62 miles) south of the Bulgarian capital of Sofia, February 10, 2010. The day of Saint Haralampi, the Orthodox patron saint of bee-keepers, is marked on February 10. REUTERS/Oleg Popov (BULGARIA - Tags: RELIGION SOCIETY IMAGES OF THE DAY)
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In this photo, worshippers are seen gathered around candles that are delicately stuck to jars with honey during a religious mass in the church of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin. The city of Blagoevgrad, located approximately 100 km south of Sofia, Bulgaria's capital, serves as the backdrop for this spiritual moment captured by photographer Oleg Popov on February 10,2010. The significance behind this scene lies in its connection to Saint Haralampi, who is revered as the Orthodox patron saint of bee-keepers. Each year on February 10th, believers come together to commemorate and honor his legacy. The use of honey in this ritual holds deep symbolism within Bulgarian culture and religious practices. As worshippers encircle these glowing candles affixed to jars filled with golden honey, their devotion is palpable. The soft illumination casts an ethereal glow upon their faces as they engage in prayer and reflection. This image encapsulates both reverence for tradition and faith. Oleg Popov's skillful composition captures not only the visual beauty but also conveys a sense of tranquility and unity among those present at this sacred gathering. It serves as a reminder that spirituality can be found in even the simplest rituals and gestures – here symbolized by humble jars adorned with flickering flames amidst sweet amber nectar. This photograph from Reuters Images offers us a glimpse into a deeply rooted cultural celebration where religion intertwines harmoniously with nature's gifts – beeswax candles held steadfastly
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