2014

A man in a bandana

Walking the Festival with the Sifu

September 27, 2014

Of the many themes that can be explored at the Nine Emperor Gods Festival, it is the mediums who demand much of our attention. And so it is with my images of the last two days. For now, I must…

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Top of a temple

“And the Rain, Rain, Rain came Down, Down, Down”

September 25, 2014

“Drip down, O heavens, from above, And let the clouds pour down righteousness; Let the earth open up and salvation bear fruit, And righteousness spring up with it.” – Isaiah 45:8   And rain it did! Even the offerings wore…

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Men talking

A Comfortable Sameness – The Emperor Returns

September 24, 2014

In keeping with tradition, the Emperor has returned to Ampang to bestow his blessings on our universe. Somehow my photos show a calmness in the midst of dancing lions and dragons and that amazing BOOM of the drum. It must…

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Rice grains in a palm

Kau Ong Yah 2014 in Ampang, Invitation Day

September 23, 2014

Welcome to Tokong Kau Ong Yah Ampang! The space is as beautiful and welcoming as ever. There is even yin and yang in a small hand full of rice! The lantern pole is up and the gang is ready to,…

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Let’s Get this Party Started! Version 2014

September 22, 2014

Ampang Kow Ong Yah Temple will begin this year’s festival by raising the huge lantern pole and heading out to invite the Nine Emperor Gods to the temple. The lantern goes up on Tuesday, September 23rd at 11am (well, about…

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