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Virtual Theology.(worshippers experience virtual dip in the Ganges via Webcam)(Brief Article)

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| January 29, 2001 | Kuchment, Anna; Beith, Malcolm | COPYRIGHT 2001 Newsweek, Inc. All rights reserved. Any reuse, distribution or alteration without express written permission of Newsweek is prohibited. For permission: www.newsweek.com. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

These are modern times, even for the ancient Hindu celebration of Kumbh Mela. Every 12 years millions flock to Allahabad, India, to bathe in the Ganges, an act believed to lead to salvation. But in anticipation of an expected record 30 million visitors before this year's 44-day celebration ends in February, Kumbh Mela has gone online. Believers send a photo to ...

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