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Some activities, such as prayer, are widespread. Others, such as fasting and lighting incense or candles, vary more by country. Pew Research Center.

"It's because he is a symbol of peace and the heir of Saint ... we will raze everything to build a large [church] – thanks to donations – and accommodate more people," added Feng.

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