devotional
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In a Reformation context where certain religious images were restricted, maps of the Holy Land became acceptable visual aids and took on devotional significance.
From Science Daily
Akbar’s second collection, after “Calling a Wolf a Wolf,” extends his exploration of addiction, sobriety and the uncertain consolations of faith as a Muslim in America: “My sins / were practically devotional,” he writes.
From New York Times
“I was brought up Catholic and we were of course all into devotional objects. So why not?”
From Seattle Times
They mix with Tibetans making rare pilgrimages that include devotional laps around Jokhang Temple, the cathedral of Tibetan Buddhism.
From Seattle Times
Outside the modest home on Monday, a small crowd of mourners paid their respects, leaving bouquets of yellow roses and devotional candles on a small table.
From Seattle Times
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