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Hugging Amma Was Not Nothing

On her latest 'world tour' I waited six hours to hug her—and it was actually worth it.

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Beliefnet Most Inspiring Person of the Year 2005

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Portrait of the Hugging Saint

In 'Darshan, The Embrace,' director Jan Kounen investigates the territory of the sublime for a portrait of Ammachi.

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"Then Came the Smell of Roses"

My meeting with the "living saint" Ammachi, a holy woman who heals by hugging.

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Who Is the Most Inspiring Person of the Year?

Cast your vote in today's poll!

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Hinduism's AIDS-amma: Deity vs. Disease

Part Earth Mother, part Smokey Bear, a new goddess emerges as a fusion of religious traditions and public service campaigns

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