Forgive me father for i have sinned

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by Albert Go

Uploaded 15 Apr 2009 — 1 favorite

© Albert Go

Penitensya or public penance is a common scene in the Philippines during the holy week specially on good friday. Black-hooded, half naked men bash their back with whips embedded with broken glass or thorn while walking under the scorching summer sun. Individuals do this self-flagellation to make amends for the sins they have committed.

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