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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A woman lights the candle on her krathong before floating it in the Chao Phraya River at Wat Yannawa on Loy Krathong in Bangkok. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Thais participate in a candle light procession around Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Buddhist monks lead a candle light procession around Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A woman lights the candle on her krathong before floating it in the Chao Phraya River near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
    LoyKrathong2013019.jpg
  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Thais stop to pray during a candle light procession around Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Thais participate in a candle light procession around Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Buddhist monks lead a candle light procession around Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Buddhist monks lead a candle light procession around Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Thais participate in a candle light procession around Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Thais participate in a candle light procession around Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:   Buddhist monks pray before leading a candle light procession around Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:   Buddhist monks pray before leading a candle light procession around Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
    MakhaBuchaDay046.jpg
  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A woman lights the candle on her krathong before floating it in the Chao Phraya River near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
    LoyKrathong2013020.jpg
  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A woman lights the candle on her krathong before floating it in the Chao Phraya River near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
    LoyKrathong2013018.jpg
  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A woman lights the candle on her krathong before floating it in the Chao Phraya River near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
    LoyKrathong2013017.jpg
  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Buddhist monks lead a candle light procession around Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
    MakhaBuchaDay058.jpg
  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Thais participate in a candle light procession around Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Thais participate in a candle light procession around Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Thais participate in a candle light procession around Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Thais participate in a candle light procession around Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
    MakhaBuchaDay048.jpg
  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:   Thais participate in a candle light procession around Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
    MakhaBuchaDay045.jpg
  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:   Thais participate in a candle light procession around Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
    MakhaBuchaDay044.jpg
  • November 10, 2008 -- PHOENIX, AZ:  A woman holds up a candle during a gay rights vigil in Phoenix, AZ, Monday. About 250 people attended a candle light vigil in support of gay rights and gay marriage in Phoenix, AZ, Monday night. The rally, like similar ones in Los Angeles and Salt Lake City, were in response to anti-gay marriage and anti-gay rights initiatives that were passed by the voters in Arizona, California and Florida. The anti-gay initiatives in Arizona and California were funded by conservative churches, including the Church of Latter Day Saints (Mormons). Photo by Jack Kurtz / ZUMA Press
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  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:   Thais participate in a candle light procession around Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
    MakhaBuchaDay052.jpg
  • November 10, 2008 -- PHOENIX, AZ:  Members of the Sister of Perpetual Indulgence at a candle light vigil for gay rights in Phoenix Monday. About 250 people attended a candle light vigil in support of gay rights and gay marriage in Phoenix, AZ, Monday night. The rally, like similar ones in Los Angeles and Salt Lake City, were in response to anti-gay marriage and anti-gay rights initiatives that were passed by the voters in Arizona, California and Florida. The anti-gay initiatives in Arizona and California were funded by conservative churches, including the Church of Latter Day Saints (Mormons). Photo by Jack Kurtz / ZUMA Press
    GayRightsVigil012.jpg
  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Thais light candles and pray at Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
    MakhaBuchaDay042.jpg
  • November 10, 2008 -- PHOENIX, AZ:  Women hold up candles during a gay rights vigil in Phoenix, AZ, Monday. About 250 people attended a candle light vigil in support of gay rights and gay marriage in Phoenix, AZ, Monday night. The rally, like similar ones in Los Angeles and Salt Lake City, were in response to anti-gay marriage and anti-gay rights initiatives that were passed by the voters in Arizona, California and Florida. The anti-gay initiatives in Arizona and California were funded by conservative churches, including the Church of Latter Day Saints (Mormons). Photo by Jack Kurtz / ZUMA Press
    GayRightsVigil016.jpg
  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Thais light candles and pray at Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
    MakhaBuchaDay040.jpg
  • November 10, 2008 -- PHOENIX, AZ: Gay rights supporters hold up candles during a vigil for gay rights in Phoenix Monday. About 250 people attended a candle light vigil in support of gay rights and gay marriage in Phoenix, AZ, Monday night. The rally, like similar ones in Los Angeles and Salt Lake City, were in response to anti-gay marriage and anti-gay rights initiatives that were passed by the voters in Arizona, California and Florida. The anti-gay initiatives in Arizona and California were funded by conservative churches, including the Church of Latter Day Saints (Mormons). Photo by Jack Kurtz / ZUMA Press
    GayRightsVigil010.jpg
  • November 10, 2008 -- PHOENIX, AZ: Gay rights supporters hold up candles during a vigil for gay rights in Phoenix Monday. About 250 people attended a candle light vigil in support of gay rights and gay marriage in Phoenix, AZ, Monday night. The rally, like similar ones in Los Angeles and Salt Lake City, were in response to anti-gay marriage and anti-gay rights initiatives that were passed by the voters in Arizona, California and Florida. The anti-gay initiatives in Arizona and California were funded by conservative churches, including the Church of Latter Day Saints (Mormons). Photo by Jack Kurtz / ZUMA Press
    GayRightsVigil008.jpg
  • November 10, 2008 -- PHOENIX, AZ: Gay rights supporters hold up candles during a vigil for gay rights in Phoenix Monday. About 250 people attended a candle light vigil in support of gay rights and gay marriage in Phoenix, AZ, Monday night. The rally, like similar ones in Los Angeles and Salt Lake City, were in response to anti-gay marriage and anti-gay rights initiatives that were passed by the voters in Arizona, California and Florida. The anti-gay initiatives in Arizona and California were funded by conservative churches, including the Church of Latter Day Saints (Mormons). Photo by Jack Kurtz / ZUMA Press
    GayRightsVigil005.jpg
  • November 10, 2008 -- PHOENIX, AZ: Gay rights supporters hold up candles during a vigil for gay rights in Phoenix Monday. About 250 people attended a candle light vigil in support of gay rights and gay marriage in Phoenix, AZ, Monday night. The rally, like similar ones in Los Angeles and Salt Lake City, were in response to anti-gay marriage and anti-gay rights initiatives that were passed by the voters in Arizona, California and Florida. The anti-gay initiatives in Arizona and California were funded by conservative churches, including the Church of Latter Day Saints (Mormons). Photo by Jack Kurtz / ZUMA Press
    GayRightsVigil004.jpg
  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A Krathong vendor puts incense and candles into krathongs he is selling near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
    LoyKrathong2013005.jpg
  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Thais light candles and pray at Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
    MakhaBuchaDay041.jpg
  • November 10, 2008 -- PHOENIX, AZ: Gay rights supporters hold up candles during a vigil for gay rights in Phoenix Monday. About 250 people attended a candle light vigil in support of gay rights and gay marriage in Phoenix, AZ, Monday night. The rally, like similar ones in Los Angeles and Salt Lake City, were in response to anti-gay marriage and anti-gay rights initiatives that were passed by the voters in Arizona, California and Florida. The anti-gay initiatives in Arizona and California were funded by conservative churches, including the Church of Latter Day Saints (Mormons). Photo by Jack Kurtz / ZUMA Press
    GayRightsVigil009.jpg
  • November 10, 2008 -- PHOENIX, AZ:  A woman holds up candles during a gay rights vigil in Phoenix, AZ, Monday. About 250 people attended a candle light vigil in support of gay rights and gay marriage in Phoenix, AZ, Monday night. The rally, like similar ones in Los Angeles and Salt Lake City, were in response to anti-gay marriage and anti-gay rights initiatives that were passed by the voters in Arizona, California and Florida. The anti-gay initiatives in Arizona and California were funded by conservative churches, including the Church of Latter Day Saints (Mormons). Photo by Jack Kurtz / ZUMA Press
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: People light the candles on their krathongs before floating them in the Chao Phraya River near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Thais light candles and pray at Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A woman prays before floating her krathong in the Chao Phraya River near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A woman participates in a procession around Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • November 10, 2008 -- PHOENIX, AZ:  A person signs a petition with Sister Mischif of the Arizona Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence during a gay rights vigil in Phoenix Monday night. About 250 people attended a candle light vigil in support of gay rights and gay marriage in Phoenix, AZ, Monday night. The rally, like similar ones in Los Angeles and Salt Lake City, were in response to anti-gay marriage and anti-gay rights initiatives that were passed by the voters in Arizona, California and Florida. The anti-gay initiatives in Arizona and California were funded by conservative churches, including the Church of Latter Day Saints (Mormons). Photo by Jack Kurtz / ZUMA Press
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  • 05 DECEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A member of the Royal Thai Marines holds a candle during a celebration of birthday of the King. Thais observed the 86th birthday of Bhumibol Adulyadej, the King of Thailand, their revered King on Thursday. They held candlelight services throughout the country. The political protests that have gripped Bangkok were on hold for the day, although protestors did hold their own observances of the holiday. Thousands of people attended the government celebration of the day on Sanam Luang, the large public space next to the Grand Palace in Bangkok.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 05 DECEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A member of the Royal Thai Air Force holds up a candle during a celebration of birthday of the King. Thais observed the 86th birthday of Bhumibol Adulyadej, the King of Thailand, their revered King on Thursday. They held candlelight services throughout the country. The political protests that have gripped Bangkok were on hold for the day, although protestors did hold their own observances of the holiday. Thousands of people attended the government celebration of the day on Sanam Luang, the large public space next to the Grand Palace in Bangkok.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  People luanch  Yi Peng lanterns on Loy Krathong near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. The Yi Peng lanterns are Loy Krathong tradition in Chiang Mai but they are becoming more popular  in Bangkok and central Thailand. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  People luanch  Yi Peng lanterns on Loy Krathong near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. The Yi Peng lanterns are Loy Krathong tradition in Chiang Mai but they are becoming more popular  in Bangkok and central Thailand. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  People luanch  Yi Peng lanterns on Loy Krathong near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. The Yi Peng lanterns are Loy Krathong tradition in Chiang Mai but they are becoming more popular  in Bangkok and central Thailand. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  People luanch  Yi Peng lanterns on Loy Krathong near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. The Yi Peng lanterns are Loy Krathong tradition in Chiang Mai but they are becoming more popular  in Bangkok and central Thailand. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Thai laborers from northern Thailand luanch  a Yi Peng lantern on Loy Krathong near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. The Yi Peng lanterns are Loy Krathong tradition in Chiang Mai but they are becoming more popular  in Bangkok and central Thailand. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Students pray before launching  a Yi Peng lantern on Loy Krathong near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. The Yi Peng lanterns are Loy Krathong tradition in Chiang Mai but they are becoming more popular  in Bangkok and central Thailand. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A family tries to launch a Yi Peng lantern on Loy Krathong near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. The Yi Peng lanterns are Loy Krathong tradition in Chiang Mai but they are becoming more popular  in Bangkok and central Thailand. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Women pray before floating their krathongs in the Chao Phraya River near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A family prays before floating their krathong in the Chao Phraya River at Wat Yannawa on Loy Krathong in Bangkok. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A man prays before floating her krathong in the Chao Phraya River near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A woman prays before floating her krathong in the Chao Phraya River near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A woman makes krathongs to sell to temple goers near Wat Yannawa on Loy Krathong. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A woman makes krathongs to sell to temple goers near Wat Yannawa on Loy Krathong. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:   A woman with a lantern joins a procession around Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.    PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • November 10, 2008 -- PHOENIX, AZ:  About 250 people attended a candle light vigil in support of gay rights and gay marriage in Phoenix, AZ, Monday night. The rally, like similar ones in Los Angeles and Salt Lake City, were in response to anti-gay marriage and anti-gay rights initiatives that were passed by the voters in Arizona, California and Florida. The anti-gay initiatives in Arizona and California were funded by conservative churches, including the Church of Latter Day Saints (Mormons). Photo by Jack Kurtz / ZUMA Press
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  • November 10, 2008 -- PHOENIX, AZ: Women hold up a gay rights flag during a gay rights vigil in Phoenix Monday.  About 250 people attended a candle light vigil in support of gay rights and gay marriage in Phoenix, AZ, Monday night. The rally, like similar ones in Los Angeles and Salt Lake City, were in response to anti-gay marriage and anti-gay rights initiatives that were passed by the voters in Arizona, California and Florida. The anti-gay initiatives in Arizona and California were funded by conservative churches, including the Church of Latter Day Saints (Mormons). Photo by Jack Kurtz / ZUMA Press
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Thai laborers from northern Thailand luanch  a Yi Peng lantern on Loy Krathong near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. The Yi Peng lanterns are Loy Krathong tradition in Chiang Mai but they are becoming more popular  in Bangkok and central Thailand. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Thai laborers from northern Thailand luanch  a Yi Peng lantern on Loy Krathong near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. The Yi Peng lanterns are Loy Krathong tradition in Chiang Mai but they are becoming more popular  in Bangkok and central Thailand. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  People luanch  Yi Peng lanterns on Loy Krathong near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. The Yi Peng lanterns are Loy Krathong tradition in Chiang Mai but they are becoming more popular  in Bangkok and central Thailand. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  People luanch  Yi Peng lanterns on Loy Krathong near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. The Yi Peng lanterns are Loy Krathong tradition in Chiang Mai but they are becoming more popular  in Bangkok and central Thailand. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A Buddhist novice lights sparklers on a Krathong he was floating in the Chao Phraya River near Wat Yannawa. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A family tries to launch a Yi Peng lantern on Loy Krathong near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. The Yi Peng lanterns are Loy Krathong tradition in Chiang Mai but they are becoming more popular  in Bangkok and central Thailand. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A family prays before floating their krathong in the Chao Phraya River at Wat Yannawa on Loy Krathong in Bangkok. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A woman prays before floating her krathong in the Chao Phraya River near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A man makes krathongs to sell to temple goers near Wat Yannawa on Loy Krathong. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Krathongs for sale near Wat Yannawa on the evening of Loy Krathong. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A woman participates in a procession around Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A woman and her son participate in a procession around Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  Thai men pray in front of Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • November 10, 2008 -- PHOENIX, AZ:  A gay rights demonstrator at a vigil in Phoenix Monday. About 250 people attended a candle light vigil in support of gay rights and gay marriage in Phoenix, AZ, Monday night. The rally, like similar ones in Los Angeles and Salt Lake City, were in response to anti-gay marriage and anti-gay rights initiatives that were passed by the voters in Arizona, California and Florida. The anti-gay initiatives in Arizona and California were funded by conservative churches, including the Church of Latter Day Saints (Mormons). Photo by Jack Kurtz / ZUMA Press
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  • November 10, 2008 -- PHOENIX, AZ:  About 250 people attended a candle light vigil in support of gay rights and gay marriage in Phoenix, AZ, Monday night. The rally, like similar ones in Los Angeles and Salt Lake City, were in response to anti-gay marriage and anti-gay rights initiatives that were passed by the voters in Arizona, California and Florida. The anti-gay initiatives in Arizona and California were funded by conservative churches, including the Church of Latter Day Saints (Mormons). Photo by Jack Kurtz / ZUMA Press
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  • November 10, 2008 -- PHOENIX, AZ:  KENNETH ANTHONY, a gay rights demonstrator, holds up an anti-Proposition 102 placard at a vigil in Phoenix Monday. About 250 people attended a candle light vigil in support of gay rights and gay marriage in Phoenix, AZ, Monday night. The rally, like similar ones in Los Angeles and Salt Lake City, were in response to anti-gay marriage and anti-gay rights initiatives that were passed by the voters in Arizona, California and Florida. The anti-gay initiatives in Arizona and California were funded by conservative churches, including the Church of Latter Day Saints (Mormons). Photo by Jack Kurtz / ZUMA Press
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  • November 10, 2008 -- PHOENIX, AZ:  About 250 people attended a candle light vigil in support of gay rights and gay marriage in Phoenix, AZ, Monday night. The rally, like similar ones in Los Angeles and Salt Lake City, were in response to anti-gay marriage and anti-gay rights initiatives that were passed by the voters in Arizona, California and Florida. The anti-gay initiatives in Arizona and California were funded by conservative churches, including the Church of Latter Day Saints (Mormons). Photo by Jack Kurtz / ZUMA Press
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  • November 10, 2008 -- PHOENIX, AZ:  A person holds up an anti-Proposition 102 during a gay rights vigil in Phoenix. Proposition 102 barred gay marriage in Arizona and was passed by Arizona voters in the 2008 election. About 250 people attended a candle light vigil in support of gay rights and gay marriage in Phoenix, AZ, Monday night. The rally, like similar ones in Los Angeles and Salt Lake City, were in response to anti-gay marriage and anti-gay rights initiatives that were passed by the voters in Arizona, California and Florida. The anti-gay initiatives in Arizona and California were funded by conservative churches, including the Church of Latter Day Saints (Mormons). Photo by Jack Kurtz / ZUMA Press
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  • November 10, 2008 -- PHOENIX, AZ:  About 250 people attended a candle light vigil in support of gay rights and gay marriage in Phoenix, AZ, Monday night. The rally, like similar ones in Los Angeles and Salt Lake City, were in response to anti-gay marriage and anti-gay rights initiatives that were passed by the voters in Arizona, California and Florida. The anti-gay initiatives in Arizona and California were funded by conservative churches, including the Church of Latter Day Saints (Mormons). Photo by Jack Kurtz / ZUMA Press
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  People luanch  Yi Peng lanterns on Loy Krathong near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. The Yi Peng lanterns are Loy Krathong tradition in Chiang Mai but they are becoming more popular  in Bangkok and central Thailand. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A family tries to launch a Yi Peng lantern on Loy Krathong near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. The Yi Peng lanterns are Loy Krathong tradition in Chiang Mai but they are becoming more popular  in Bangkok and central Thailand. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Women pray before floating their krathongs in the Chao Phraya River near Wat Yannawa in Bangkok. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 17 NOVEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A mother and her son pray before floating their krathong in the Chao Phraya River at Wat Yannawa on Loy Krathong in Bangkok. Loy Krathong (also written as Loi Krathong) is celebrated annually throughout Thailand and certain parts of Laos and Burma (in Shan State). The name could be translated "Floating Crown" or "Floating Decoration" and comes from the tradition of making buoyant decorations which are then floated on a river. Loi Krathong takes place on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month in the traditional and they do this all evening on the 12th month Thai lunar calendar. In the western calendar this usually falls in November. The candle venerates the Buddha with light, while the krathong's floating symbolizes letting go of all one's hatred, anger, and defilements       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 25 FEBRUARY 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND:  A girl with a lantern joins a procession around Wat Benchamabophit Dusitvanaram (popularly known as either Wat Bencha or the Marble Temple) on Makha Bucha Day. Thais visit temples throughout the Kingdom on Makha Bucha Day to make merit and participate in candle light processions around the temples. Makha Bucha is a Buddhist holiday celebrated in Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, Cambodia and Laos on the full moon day of the third lunar month (February 25 in 2013). The third lunar month is known in Thai is Makha. Bucha is a Thai word meaning "to venerate" or "to honor". Makha Bucha Day is for the veneration of Buddha and his teachings on the full moon day of the third lunar month. Makha Bucha Day marks the day that 1,250 Arahata spontaneously came to see the Buddha. The Buddha in turn laid down the principles his teachings. In Thailand, this teaching has been dubbed the 'Heart of Buddhism'.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2020 - DES MOINES, IOWA: A woman holds up a candle during a vigil for US Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg in Poppajohn Sculpture Park in Des Moines. About 200 people attended the candlelight vigil for Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Ginsburg died from pancreatic cancer on September 18, 2020.       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2020 - DES MOINES, IOWA: A woman holds up a candle during a vigil for US Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg in Poppajohn Sculpture Park in Des Moines. About 200 people attended the candlelight vigil for Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Ginsburg died from pancreatic cancer on September 18, 2020.       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2020 - DES MOINES, IOWA: A woman holds up a candle during a vigil for US Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg in Poppajohn Sculpture Park in Des Moines. About 200 people attended the candlelight vigil for Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Ginsburg died from pancreatic cancer on September 18, 2020.       PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 20 SEPTEMBER 2020 - DES MOINES, IOWA: A couple with a candle at a vigil for US Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg in Poppajohn Sculpture Park in Des Moines. About 200 people attended the candlelight vigil for Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Ginsburg died from pancreatic cancer on September 18, 2020.         PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 16 MARCH 2006 - KAMPONG CHAM, KAMPONG CHAM, CAMBODIA: A man hand rolls candles at Wat Hanchey, a pre Angkorian temple complex above the Mekong River near the city of Kampong Cham in central Cambodia. Photo by Jack Kurtz
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  • 05 DECEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Thai civil servants hold candles during a candlelight service for the King. Thais observed the 86th birthday of Bhumibol Adulyadej, the King of Thailand, their revered King on Thursday. They held candlelight services throughout the country. The political protests that have gripped Bangkok were on hold for the day, although protestors did hold their own observances of the holiday. Thousands of people attended the government celebration of the day on Sanam Luang, the large public space next to the Grand Palace in Bangkok.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 26 AUGUST 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: A woman lights candles and pray at the Poh Teck Tung Foundation for Hungry Ghost Month in Bangkok. Poh Teck Tung operates hospitals and schools and provides assistance to the poor in Thailand. The seventh lunar month (August - September in 2013) is when the Chinese community believes that hell’s gate will open to allow spirits to roam freely in the human world for a month. Many households and temples will hold prayer ceremonies throughout the month-long Hungry Ghost Festival (Phor Thor) to appease the spirits. During the festival, believers will also worship the Tai Su Yeah (King of Hades) in the form of paper effigies which will be “sent back” to hell after the effigies are burnt.      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 31 OCTOBER 2015 - YANGON, MYANMAR: Lighting candles and offering prayers as a form of merit making at Shwedagon Pagoda. Shwedagon Pagoda is officially known as Shwedagon Zedi Daw and is also called the Great Dagon Pagoda or the Golden Pagoda. It is a 99 metres (325 ft) tall pagoda and stupa located in Yangon, Burma. The pagoda lies to the west of on Singuttara Hill, and dominates the skyline of the city. It is the most sacred Buddhist pagoda in Myanmar and contains relics of four past Buddhas: the staff of Kakusandha, the water filter of Koṇāgamana, a piece of the robe of Kassapa and eight strands of hair from Gautama, the historical Buddha. The pagoda was built between the 6th and 10th centuries by the Mon people, who used to dominate the area around what is now Yangon (Rangoon). The pagoda has been renovated numerous times through the centuries. Millions of Burmese and tens of thousands of tourists visit the pagoda every year, which is the most visited site in Yangon.      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 31 OCTOBER 2015 - YANGON, MYANMAR: Lighting candles and offering prayers as a form of merit making at Shwedagon Pagoda. Shwedagon Pagoda is officially known as Shwedagon Zedi Daw and is also called the Great Dagon Pagoda or the Golden Pagoda. It is a 99 metres (325 ft) tall pagoda and stupa located in Yangon, Burma. The pagoda lies to the west of on Singuttara Hill, and dominates the skyline of the city. It is the most sacred Buddhist pagoda in Myanmar and contains relics of four past Buddhas: the staff of Kakusandha, the water filter of Koṇāgamana, a piece of the robe of Kassapa and eight strands of hair from Gautama, the historical Buddha. The pagoda was built between the 6th and 10th centuries by the Mon people, who used to dominate the area around what is now Yangon (Rangoon). The pagoda has been renovated numerous times through the centuries. Millions of Burmese and tens of thousands of tourists visit the pagoda every year, which is the most visited site in Yangon.      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 31 OCTOBER 2015 - YANGON, MYANMAR: Lighting candles and offering prayers as a form of merit making at Shwedagon Pagoda. Shwedagon Pagoda is officially known as Shwedagon Zedi Daw and is also called the Great Dagon Pagoda or the Golden Pagoda. It is a 99 metres (325 ft) tall pagoda and stupa located in Yangon, Burma. The pagoda lies to the west of on Singuttara Hill, and dominates the skyline of the city. It is the most sacred Buddhist pagoda in Myanmar and contains relics of four past Buddhas: the staff of Kakusandha, the water filter of Koṇāgamana, a piece of the robe of Kassapa and eight strands of hair from Gautama, the historical Buddha. The pagoda was built between the 6th and 10th centuries by the Mon people, who used to dominate the area around what is now Yangon (Rangoon). The pagoda has been renovated numerous times through the centuries. Millions of Burmese and tens of thousands of tourists visit the pagoda every year, which is the most visited site in Yangon.      PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 05 DECEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Fireworks go off while Thais hold candles to honor the King. Thais observed the 86th birthday of Bhumibol Adulyadej, the King of Thailand, their revered King on Thursday. They held candlelight services throughout the country. The political protests that have gripped Bangkok were on hold for the day, although protestors did hold their own observances of the holiday. Thousands of people attended the government celebration of the day on Sanam Luang, the large public space next to the Grand Palace in Bangkok.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 05 DECEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Fireworks go off while Thais hold candles to honor the King. Thais observed the 86th birthday of Bhumibol Adulyadej, the King of Thailand, their revered King on Thursday. They held candlelight services throughout the country. The political protests that have gripped Bangkok were on hold for the day, although protestors did hold their own observances of the holiday. Thousands of people attended the government celebration of the day on Sanam Luang, the large public space next to the Grand Palace in Bangkok.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 05 DECEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Thai civil servants hold candles during a candlelight service for the King. Thais observed the 86th birthday of Bhumibol Adulyadej, the King of Thailand, their revered King on Thursday. They held candlelight services throughout the country. The political protests that have gripped Bangkok were on hold for the day, although protestors did hold their own observances of the holiday. Thousands of people attended the government celebration of the day on Sanam Luang, the large public space next to the Grand Palace in Bangkok.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 05 DECEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Thai civil servants hold candles during a candlelight service for the King. Thais observed the 86th birthday of Bhumibol Adulyadej, the King of Thailand, their revered King on Thursday. They held candlelight services throughout the country. The political protests that have gripped Bangkok were on hold for the day, although protestors did hold their own observances of the holiday. Thousands of people attended the government celebration of the day on Sanam Luang, the large public space next to the Grand Palace in Bangkok.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 05 DECEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Thai civil servants hold candles during a candlelight service for the King. Thais observed the 86th birthday of Bhumibol Adulyadej, the King of Thailand, their revered King on Thursday. They held candlelight services throughout the country. The political protests that have gripped Bangkok were on hold for the day, although protestors did hold their own observances of the holiday. Thousands of people attended the government celebration of the day on Sanam Luang, the large public space next to the Grand Palace in Bangkok.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 05 DECEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: Thai civil servants hold candles during a candlelight service for the King. Thais observed the 86th birthday of Bhumibol Adulyadej, the King of Thailand, their revered King on Thursday. They held candlelight services throughout the country. The political protests that have gripped Bangkok were on hold for the day, although protestors did hold their own observances of the holiday. Thousands of people attended the government celebration of the day on Sanam Luang, the large public space next to the Grand Palace in Bangkok.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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  • 05 DECEMBER 2013 - BANGKOK, THAILAND: YINGLUCK SHINAWATRA (left), the Prime Minister of Thailand, and ANUSORN AMORNCHAT, her husband, (right) hold candles during the celebration of the birthday of the King in Bangkok. Thais observed the 86th birthday of Bhumibol Adulyadej, the King of Thailand, their revered King on Thursday. They held candlelight services throughout the country. The political protests that have gripped Bangkok were on hold for the day, although protestors did hold their own observances of the holiday. Thousands of people attended the government celebration of the day on Sanam Luang, the large public space next to the Grand Palace in Bangkok.     PHOTO BY JACK KURTZ
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