Roman Catholics in Italy celebrating the 'Assumption of the Virgin Mary.' Occurring every seven years, the Rites of Penance take place in Guardia Sanframondi, where flagellants whip themselves and draw blood using cork studded with needles (spugna) while singing hymns to Mary. | Poal: Say what you want.

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Roman Catholics in Italy celebrating the 'Assumption of the Virgin Mary.' Occurring every seven years, the Rites of Penance take place in Guardia Sanframondi, where flagellants whip themselves and draw blood using cork studded with needles (spugna) while singing hymns to Mary. (x.com)

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