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Gabija Saveiskyte

Man Standing For Over 5 Years In Extreme Act Of Devotion Stuns Netizens, Expert Explains The Ritual

Most of us can’t go a day without complaining about a stiff back or sore feet. And then there are people like Dulal Giri Ji Maharaj, who choose to stand for years as part of his spiritual journey.

Dulal Giri Ji Maharaj is a Hindu ascetic who has reportedly spent years standing in devotion to the Hindu deity Shiva.

After videos of the sage left viewers baffled and utterly confused, an expert explained the philosophy behind such extreme acts.

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