Comment from Zilyram
I like this one which captures the monk deep in prayer oblivious to the distractions of other people visiting the temple. Interesting lighting the way it leads the eye to the people in the background. :) Mary

 Comment Written 27-Dec-2016

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reply by the author on 28-Dec-2016

thanks so much mary

Comment from MKFlood
this capture says it all. the clarity is great. the capture of the light is great. the angle of the shot of the monk praying with crowd in distance is great. the image is balanced and eye appealing to the viewer. good eye and great job overall

 Comment Written 27-Dec-2016

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reply by the author on 27-Dec-2016

thanks again

Comment from nikman
I do not understand the location, nor the need to use such a public location. Your shot as a very good composition, it's sharp and well exposed. Well done!

 Comment Written 26-Dec-2016

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reply by the author on 26-Dec-2016

it is the ground of the Shwedagon pagoda, the largest in the world;
look on google

Comment from shore1inspire.
a very calming photo. as the monk is praying in silence as others are so busy shopping but love the distance between then. nice catch.
thank you for sharing some peace. :-)
always,
ron

 Comment Written 26-Dec-2016

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reply by the author on 26-Dec-2016

many thanks ron;
it is a pagoda ground: no shopping......

reply by shore1inspire. on 26-Dec-2016

hi , supergold,
that is nice he has a dedicated spot.
your welcome. :-)
always,
ron

Comment from michiganmike
A nice shot that shows singular nature of the monk in very fine colors. I like the depth of field that keeps the throng of people at the top in such good focus. Very well composed .

 Comment Written 26-Dec-2016

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reply by the author on 26-Dec-2016

thanks so much again

Comment from Susan F. M. T.
Fred,
A beautiful picture of the Monk praying in the Temple while other people walk by.
Beautiful composition, framing & lighting taken with superb camera techniques & sharp focus.
Susan

 Comment Written 26-Dec-2016

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reply by the author on 26-Dec-2016

merci suzanne

Comment from gitmowxman
Framing to me seems tight especially to the upper right but did not deduct anything. Rich vivid colors, great DOF, nice focus bring this photo to life. Thanks for sharing and HAGD.

 Comment Written 26-Dec-2016

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reply by the author on 26-Dec-2016

thanks again

Comment from Life is but a dream.
YOu need to enter this into the faith contest, it is a really good catch.

Love how the people are in the background and this nun/monk (?) is absorbed in prayer oblivious to the world around her/him.

Like it a lot, can resonate with this image, it speaks to me.

 Comment Written 26-Dec-2016

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reply by the author on 26-Dec-2016

too late for the contest.......
many thanks again Olga

Comment from GaliaG
love how deep he is in his pray and does not care about all those people going around, excellent capture

good focus and depth of field

thanks for sharing

 Comment Written 26-Dec-2016

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reply by the author on 26-Dec-2016

toda raba

Comment from a.samathasena
What a great nice wonderful lovely shot.Beautiful nice rare scene.Presentation is very nice.The Shwedagon pagoda details,shining golden light and reflection,tiles and clear tiles,monk and praying occasion and all are gorgeous great and make a nice scene. Light color balance are very nice.I like this talent perfect work.Focus color and all are excellent.Great job.Well Done.Thanks.{Wish Your Talent.}

 Comment Written 26-Dec-2016

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reply by the author on 26-Dec-2016

many thanks sam for your nice comments and top rating