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Divine Holy Spirit Celebration In May 15, 2016 was celebrity in the City of São Luiz do Paraitinga, in São Paulo Staite of Brazil. A tradition brought to Brazil by the Portuguese in the early days of colonisation. It is believed that when the Holy Spirit falls upon everyone, a leader will rise, good and pure like a boy, and the Earth will be filled whit abundance and forgiveness. Rede and Whit are the colours of celebration.White symbolises peace, and red the love and blood of Jesus.
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Date Taken: | 05.2016 |
Date Uploaded: | 07.2016 |
Photo Location: | In Center of old City of São Luiz do Paraitinga, in São Paulo Staite of Brazil, Brazil |
Camera: | X-Pro1 |
Copyright: | © João Chimentão |