temples

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Several scholars have described the destruction of Hindu temples and deities in the Indian subcontinent.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

"If someone chants the name of Mother Bonbibi, she will save his life from tigers, snakes, and crocodiles," said villager Ashutosh Mandal, 63, referring to a deity whose idol is worshipped at temples.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

Sri Lanka's Police Narcotics Bureau discovered photos and videos on the mobile phones of some of the monks, who were from temples across Sri Lanka, showing them enjoying their break wearing casual clothing.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

In his earliest appearances as Sam, Kani had to apply gray makeup to his beard and temples to be believable as the middle-aged employee.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

The eldest children thought it best to retreat into the homes beneath the stone temples of Ingapirca.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova