Devotees queue up to kiss, touch, and wipe the image of the Black Nazarene while praying on the second day of the 'pahalik' at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Jan. 8, 2025. This deeply rooted religious tradition draws thousands of faithful, all seeking blessings and a profound spiritual connection. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN
Devotees queue up to kiss, touch, and wipe the image of the Black Nazarene while praying on the second day of the 'pahalik' at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Jan. 8, 2025. This deeply rooted religious tradition draws thousands of faithful, all seeking blessings and a profound spiritual connection. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN
Devotees queue up to kiss, touch, and wipe the image of the Black Nazarene while praying on the second day of the 'pahalik' at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Jan. 8, 2025. This deeply rooted religious tradition draws thousands of faithful, all seeking blessings and a profound spiritual connection. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN
Devotees queue up to kiss, touch, and wipe the image of the Black Nazarene while praying on the second day of the 'pahalik' at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Jan. 8, 2025. This deeply rooted religious tradition draws thousands of faithful, all seeking blessings and a profound spiritual connection. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN
Devotees queue up to kiss, touch, and wipe the image of the Black Nazarene while praying on the second day of the 'pahalik' at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Jan. 8, 2025. This deeply rooted religious tradition draws thousands of faithful, all seeking blessings and a profound spiritual connection. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN
Devotees queue up to kiss, touch, and wipe the image of the Black Nazarene while praying on the second day of the 'pahalik' at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Jan. 8, 2025. This deeply rooted religious tradition draws thousands of faithful, all seeking blessings and a profound spiritual connection. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN
Devotees queue up to kiss, touch, and wipe the image of the Black Nazarene while praying on the second day of the 'pahalik' at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Jan. 8, 2025. This deeply rooted religious tradition draws thousands of faithful, all seeking blessings and a profound spiritual connection. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN
Devotees queue up to kiss, touch, and wipe the image of the Black Nazarene while praying on the second day of the 'pahalik' at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Jan. 8, 2025. This deeply rooted religious tradition draws thousands of faithful, all seeking blessings and a profound spiritual connection. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN
Devotees queue up to kiss, touch, and wipe the image of the Black Nazarene while praying on the second day of the 'pahalik' at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Jan. 8, 2025. This deeply rooted religious tradition draws thousands of faithful, all seeking blessings and a profound spiritual connection. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN
Devotees queue up to kiss, touch, and wipe the image of the Black Nazarene while praying on the second day of the 'pahalik' at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Jan. 8, 2025. This deeply rooted religious tradition draws thousands of faithful, all seeking blessings and a profound spiritual connection. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN
Devotees queue up to kiss, touch, and wipe the image of the Black Nazarene while praying on the second day of the 'pahalik' at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Jan. 8, 2025. This deeply rooted religious tradition draws thousands of faithful, all seeking blessings and a profound spiritual connection. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN
Devotees queue up to kiss, touch, and wipe the image of the Black Nazarene while praying on the second day of the 'pahalik' at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Jan. 8, 2025. This deeply rooted religious tradition draws thousands of faithful, all seeking blessings and a profound spiritual connection. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN
Devotees queue up to kiss, touch, and wipe the image of the Black Nazarene while praying on the second day of the 'pahalik' at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Jan. 8, 2025. This deeply rooted religious tradition draws thousands of faithful, all seeking blessings and a profound spiritual connection. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN
Devotees queue up to kiss, touch, and wipe the image of the Black Nazarene while praying on the second day of the 'pahalik' at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Jan. 8, 2025. This deeply rooted religious tradition draws thousands of faithful, all seeking blessings and a profound spiritual connection. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN
Devotees queue up to kiss, touch, and wipe the image of the Black Nazarene while praying on the second day of the 'pahalik' at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Jan. 8, 2025. This deeply rooted religious tradition draws thousands of faithful, all seeking blessings and a profound spiritual connection. PHOTOS BY RENE H DILAN
Devotees queue up to kiss, touch, and wipe the image of the Black Nazarene while praying on the second day of the 'pahalik' at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Jan. 8, 2025. This deeply rooted religious tradition draws thousands of faithful, all seeking blessings and a profound spiritual connection. PHOTOS BY RENE H DILAN
Devotees queue up to kiss, touch, and wipe the image of the Black Nazarene while praying on the second day of the 'pahalik' at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Jan. 8, 2025. This deeply rooted religious tradition draws thousands of faithful, all seeking blessings and a profound spiritual connection. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN
Devotees queue up to kiss, touch, and wipe the image of the Black Nazarene while praying on the second day of the 'pahalik' at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Jan. 8, 2025. This deeply rooted religious tradition draws thousands of faithful, all seeking blessings and a profound spiritual connection. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN
Devotees queue up to kiss, touch, and wipe the image of the Black Nazarene while praying on the second day of the 'pahalik' at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Jan. 8, 2025. This deeply rooted religious tradition draws thousands of faithful, all seeking blessings and a profound spiritual connection. PHOTOS BY RENE H DILAN
Devotees queue up to kiss, touch, and wipe the image of the Black Nazarene while praying on the second day of the 'pahalik' at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Jan. 8, 2025. This deeply rooted religious tradition draws thousands of faithful, all seeking blessings and a profound spiritual connection. PHOTOS BY RENE H DILAN
Devotees queue up to kiss, touch, and wipe the image of the Black Nazarene while praying on the second day of the 'pahalik' at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Jan. 8, 2025. This deeply rooted religious tradition draws thousands of faithful, all seeking blessings and a profound spiritual connection. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN
Devotees queue up to kiss, touch, and wipe the image of the Black Nazarene while praying on the second day of the 'pahalik' at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Jan. 8, 2025. This deeply rooted religious tradition draws thousands of faithful, all seeking blessings and a profound spiritual connection. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN
Devotees queue up to kiss, touch, and wipe the image of the Black Nazarene while praying on the second day of the 'pahalik' at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Jan. 8, 2025. This deeply rooted religious tradition draws thousands of faithful, all seeking blessings and a profound spiritual connection. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN
Devotees queue up to kiss, touch, and wipe the image of the Black Nazarene while praying on the second day of the 'pahalik' at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Jan. 8, 2025. This deeply rooted religious tradition draws thousands of faithful, all seeking blessings and a profound spiritual connection. PHOTOS BY RENE H. DILAN

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