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Labubu Dolls and Baptism: Inside the Viral Controversy
A viral trend sees Labubu dolls being baptised or burned over demonic claims, sparking global debate and warnings about counterfeit toy dangers.
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TikTok Creator Baptizes Popular Labubu Toy in Viral Devotional Video
A recent TikTok video, uploaded by user "💖Flower💖" (flower86216), has garnered attention for its unique portrayal of a Labubu toy undergoing a symbolic baptism. The video, set to Christian praise music, features the popular collectible toy adorned with a rosary, placed amidst religious items such as a lit candle and a framed image of Jesus. The creator is seen carefully dipping the Labubu toy into a bowl of water, followed by sprinkling it with "holy water" from a specially labeled bottle. The act culminates with a gentle touch to the toy's forehead, mimicking a traditional blessing. The video, which the creator notes is "PART 1" with "PART 2 COMING NEXTT," has sparked varied reactions among viewers. While some expressed affection and understanding for the devotional act, commenting "i love this but what’s going on🥹😭" or "🥰🥰🥰 ✝️", others reacted with humor, stating "😂😂😂💀💀💀". One viewer even pondered, "I want to do it with mine but I don’t it to get wet 😔", highlighting the mixed sentiments and the toy's collectible nature. The creator's profile, which states "✝️GOD FIRST ✝️", provides context for the religious theme. The video, uploaded from the US, has accumulated 3089 views and 173 likes, indicating a niche but engaged audience.
