Sacred Space and Energy on Hong Kong St

October 28, 2017 | Cheryl | ,

Hong Kong St Tow Bow Keong is a gathering place. It is the heart of the Nine Emperor Gods Festival in Penang, respected, honest, dedicated. Here I see a convergence of energies, criss-crossing lines, colours merging. During the rituals, the movement and energy create a sacred space that one not only sees but feels.

Neighbouring temples bring flags and joss sticks to pay respects
Exchanges of respect
A huki is used to bring power and energy to the space
The Tang-ki exhibits strength for the community by symbolically taking on their pain.
The opera troupe leads the procession through the city
Sacred ground