Vattienti to krwawy pokutny rytuał
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Nocera Terinese, Italy - April 20th 2025 - Rite of Vattienti, which apparently dates back to the 14th century, is a rite of purification and humiliation of the flesh taking place annually during the Holy Week before Easter, when Christians remember the Passion of Jesus. The Vattienti practice self-flagellation in fulfilment of vows for prayers answered. They are tied by a rope to the so called Ecce Homo, a bare-chested boy or man wearing a red cloth representing a scourged Jesus Christ before his Crucifixion..
In the photo, Mario and his son prepare to take part in the Vattienti ritual.
Mario is an Italian emigrant who has lived in England for 30 years and returns to his hometown in Calabria once a year to take part in the Easter ritual.
This year, for the first time, his 15-year-old son will also participate, playing the character of Hecce Homo.
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2025-04-19
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