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Heart and Soul: The whale worshippers of Vietnam
Heart and Soul: The whale worshippers of Vietnam
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Length:
26 minutes
Released:
Apr 26, 2024
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Podcast episode
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On the southern shores of Vietnam, whales are revered as gods of the oceans. Eliza Lomas visits whale temples and a whale cemetery, hearing about the roots and rituals of the belief. We learn how worshippers’ lives are entwined with the sea, joining a festival where whales are honoured with a ceremonial journey. With lives at sea full of risk, we hear how these sacred creatures ensure fishermen a safe return to land.
Released:
Apr 26, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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