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In other instances religious authorities recommend approved forms of piety. Lighting votive candles, for one, is perceived as a theologically sound devotional practice that has a prayerful character, and a separate chapel has been constructed for this purpose. The touching or wiping of the saints’ images is tolerated, although too much display of emotion toward images might mean a misplaced view and is frowned upon. Lastly religious authorities discourage devotees from walking on their knees as it involves self-inflicted punishment. This practice is perceived as individualistic, especially because it is purportedly utilized as leverage for obtaining divine favor. From Manuel Victor J. Sapitula. Marian Piety and Modernity: The Perpetual Help Devotion as Popular Religion in the Philippines. PSHEV 62(3–4), p. 415.
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