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By TAHLIB

The Buddha taught that inspiration comes in groups. "The virtues, like the Muses, are always seen in groups. A good principle was never found solitary in any breast," said Buddha. This week, the world's attention focuses on the grouping of over 1,500 artworks from 47 countries. For 19 days in Grand Rapids, Michigan, over 400,000 visitors will descend on this city and vote for their favorite artworks in churches, galleries, museums, banks, bike shops, and even the riverfront. It's not a permanent collection but it is a group moment, and that makes "Tall Buddha" (above) by Philip Lynch at ArtPrize my NEWS OF WEEK.

In other religious art news from across the USA, and around the world:

1. Christian Art of Week: Marc Chagall's Jewish Jesus. [More News]
2. Hindu Art of Week: Manjari Sharma's Hindu Deities. [More News]
3. Islamic Art of Week: Canadian Outrage Over Hijab. [More News]
4. Judaic Art of Week: Debut of Jerusalem Biennale. [More News]
5. A&O Prize | News of Week: Nominations Now Open. [Vote 2013]

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