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Sing my love
Darling sing
A song so new,
Fresh and chaste
So far unsung
In a tune enchanting
And melodious.
O! Let me have
My heart its calm
And its thirst too quenched
In that rhythmic charm.
A song my love
Neither imploring
Nor invoking
The celestial beings
As you had sung so long
I wish no luck
Divine love;
No heaven, no lust;
Not even bliss eternal
To covet yet.
O! Let me have it,
The music that lurks
So congenial
In the vast expanse
Of the sky sublime
Or that dwells concealed
In the fuming waves
Of the deep blue ocean.
Sing like a lark
Sweet and soothing
Soaring high and high
Free and contented
Sing my love
Darling sing.
- Anuj Nair
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East to West Hardknott Pass runs from Eskdale to the Duddon Valley in the Lake District National Park, Cumbria, England. A view into an early morning of a slow Winter dawning.
© PHH Sykes 2024
phhsykes@gmail.com
Hardknott Roman Fort English Heritage
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Hardknott Roman Fort
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The Fort at River's Bend
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Roman Lake District Audio Guides
English Heritage Audio Guides
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Hardknott mentioned in this Sonnet.
William Wordsworth
From, The River Duddon, A Series Of Sonnets, 1820. Numbered XVII 17
A dark plume fetch me from yon blasted yew,
Perched on whose top the Danish Raven croaks;
Aloft, the imperial Bird of Rome invokes
Departed ages, shedding where he flew
Loose fragments of wild wailing, that bestrew
The clouds and thrill the chambers of the rocks;
And into silence hush the timorous flocks,
That, calmly couching while the nightly dew
Moistened each fleece, beneath the twinkling stars
Slept amid that lone Camp on Hardknot’s height,
Whose Guardians bent the knee to Jove and Mars:
Or, near that mystic Round of Druid frame
Tardily sinking by its proper weight
Deep into patient Earth, from whose smooth breast it came!
HSS
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This striking cyanotype conversion casts the Grand Canyon in a new light, invoking the historic blue prints of photography to reflect the canyon's monumental presence. Framed by the silhouettes of resilient pines, the vast chasms and layered cliffs are enveloped in a deep, cerulean hue that mirrors the sky above. The rich blues not only add a layer of mystique but also accentuate the intricate textures and depth of the landscape. The image suggests a confluence of past and present, nature and artistry—a dreamlike vision of one of the world's most iconic natural wonders. With each line and shade telling a story of geological time, the viewer is invited to contemplate the canyon's enduring majesty through this unique and ethereal portrayal.
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History and origin of Halloween
The term Halloween is an abbreviated word from the phrases "All Hallows Eve" or "All Hallows Evening" which means, All Hallows Eve.
The celebration has its roots in the ancient pagan Celtic Samhaim festival, where it was believed that the deceased walked among the living and that is why communication ceremonies were held with the dead helping them find their way to eternal rest.
Over the years, this celebration became Christianized and in its beginnings, the festival took place in the United Kingdom, Ireland and north-western France.
Because halloween is celebrated?
In the United States and Canada the tradition came from the hands of the Irish in 1840, who originally celebrated less spectacularly than today.
In 1912, Elizabeth Krebs, with her talent, gave it the character of celebration, costumes and festivity, to which we are currently accustomed. In 1921, the holiday became popular with teenagers due to a parade in Minnesota, making it popular.
Between the 1970s and 1980s, Halloween was acquiring a universal character due to different events involved with the cinema and television series.
When is Halloween celebrated in Mexico?
Halloween, also called Halloween Night or Halloween, is a celebration of Anglo-Saxon origin that is celebrated every year on October 31.
Are Halloween and Day of the Dead the same?
They are not the same, although there are several coincidences. In essence, the main difference is that they have different cultural and geographical beginnings.
Halloween is a syncretic festival, between a Celtic pagan tradition called Samaín and the Christian liturgical era dedicated to remembering the dead (saints, martyrs and the faithful departed), to celebrate the harvest season, it was the end of summer and the new year Celtic, and takes place on October 31.
The Day of the Dead in Mexico is also a syncretic celebration that has two origins, pre-Hispanic and Christian.
It became a tradition on November 2, since for the Catholic Church the ritual of the eve of all saints is performed, or of the deceased saints, and the holiday is to remember and pray for those people who have died and may be in purgatory.
Why are pumpkins put on Halloween?
According to Encyclopedia Britannica, pumpkins' relationship to Halloween dates back to an ancient Irish myth, as a blacksmith named Stingy Jack tricked the Devil for money multiple times.
When he died, God did not allow him to enter heaven and the Devil denied him entry to hell, in this way Jack was forced to prowl the Earth for eternity, lighting his way with an ember that the Devil gave him and that he put in a hollow turnip.
Of course, no one wants to meet him, so people in Ireland started carving demonic faces on turnips to chase away Jack's soul. With the wave of Irish immigrants in the United States, they began to carve the now famous jack-o'-lanterns in pumpkins (because they are more frequent in that country).
At first, people put a piece of burning charcoal into turnips, later it was replaced by a candle. Nowadays, people also use flashlights or candles.
What do you do on Halloween?
Although the festivities have become widespread, each country has very particular details that characterize its celebration. In Mexico, children leave the house in their best costumes to ask for sweets from house to house under the legend "sweet or trick." This action is carried out on October 31, 1, and sometimes until November 2.
Meanwhile, at home an altar with candles, marigold flowers, photos of deceased loved ones, and their favorite foods and drinks, who return for one night to visit their loved ones, stands up.
The two photo’s (Light in the Forest, Forest of Light) are linked by location and subject.
This one a night time view of a sculpture situated in the grounds of Keele University, Staffordshire, it is a sculpture by Diane Maclean, titled “Forest of Light”
The previous one is taken in a small wooded area close by and surrounding Keele Hall, Staffordshire it depicts the light shining through the trees and is titled “Light in the Forest”
Both images together invoke many meanings and connotations to an individual, I’ll leave it to you to decide……………...
Burgos and Toledo (Spain); and Muslim converts; invoked against cases of blood flow, falls, accident, sterility, bad luck and uterine hemorrhage
Tensions between Muslims and Christians have often existed throughout history, sometimes resulting in bloody conflict. Through her quiet, simple life Casilda served her Creator—first in one faith, then another.
The worship of Ma Durga, or Goddess Durga, is deeply ingrained in Hindu culture and mythology. There are several reasons why Indians worship Ma Durga:
Symbolism: Ma Durga is considered the embodiment of Shakti, the divine feminine energy, and represents the power of the Supreme Being that preserves moral order and righteousness in the cosmos. Her multiple arms hold weapons symbolizing various qualities needed to combat evil and protect the righteous.
Victory of Good over Evil: Durga Puja, the festival dedicated to Ma Durga, celebrates the victory of good over evil. According to Hindu mythology, Ma Durga defeated the demon Mahishasura, who symbolizes ignorance and ego, thereby restoring peace and prosperity.
Motherly Love and Protection: Ma Durga is often depicted as a loving and caring mother who protects her devotees from harm and evil forces. Worshipping her is believed to invoke her motherly blessings and protection.
Fulfillment of Wishes: Devotees pray to Ma Durga to fulfill their wishes, seek strength, and overcome obstacles in their lives.
Cultural Significance: Durga Puja is one of the most important festivals in India, particularly in the eastern states like West Bengal, where it is celebrated with grandeur and fervor. It not only holds religious significance but also cultural and social importance, bringing communities together in celebration
but not quite Fall-en despite endless rain and high winds. Part of a series of images that I have been working on invoking late autumn for a new restaurant opening soon in Edinburgh. To see more images in the series please visit: www.greenshootsphotography.com/seasonal-headers
What's a Snake Whisperer?
Snake Whisperers are associated with change, fearlessness and transformation. The snake itself invokes, power, fear and wisdom. It takes a strong Leader to control and train snakes. Snakes are often looked at as sneaky, unpredictable and un-tamable, however, snakes know more about what is happening around than any other creature, simply because it has no ears to listen, snakes intake only direct perception. Snakes are an ancient symbol of wisdom, patience, expanding of mind and growth. Therefore as a Snake Whisperer, we choose too bravely trust, and admire everything about this beautiful creature, that most tend to blindly fear. This is what makes us Snake Whisperers.
Soon after he invoked "Order 66," the Emperor issued "Order 67." Special Clonetrooper squads were deployed to secure the Galaxy's Pumpkin Spice Supplies. The Pumpkin Spice must flow!
Day 2018 Y6D191
One afternoon as I headed home from my school, I happened to see a chef chatting with my cousin over a hot stove. I wanted to learn the secret of his recipe and called out to him through the reflections.
In my metafishics class, I was learning to walk on water but so far had been unsuccessful. I decided that this was a frame of mind and there and then I could become a photographer and therefore could appear wherever I damn well pleased.
I leapt onto the surface and hopped towards the window shouting haiku and shellfish questions about life toward the chef and begging for the answer.
The Chef ignored me, as well he should, for he was so intent on the reality of the masterpiece he was creating that he could not be bothered with the dreams of a fish.
One of three candid photos taken outside the big top. Here you see two stilt-walkers and lots of patrons milling around .
"Recognized over the world, Cirque du Soleil has constantly sought to invoke imagination, provoke senses and evoke emotions. Discover the highly creative and artistic shows from Cirque du Soleil in your city: Toronto."
An award winning Cirque du Soleil, "Circus of the Sun”, a Canadian entertainment company and the largest contemporary circus producer in the world. It was founded in Baie-Saint-Paul, Quebec on 16 June 1984 by former street performers Guy Laliberté and Gilles Ste-Croix. No lions or elephants here, just colourful, fanciful costumes, dramatic lighting, intense sounds, fabulous background music, and incredible human talent from the best circus acts around the world!"
Thanks for visiting, much appreciated. Enjoy each day.
The atrium at The Alfond Inn near Rollins College in Winter Park.
Whenever there's an upcoming change in life, I end up getting a bit wistful for other times in life and looking back at old pictures like this one. Sometimes, the old memories they invoke help me make the final call.
The cables emanate from the mast, like rays from the sun, over the city.
This is the Zakim Bridge, a key fixture of the Boston road and interstate highway network. It's scale is truly impressive to behold! The design of the mast and cables is supposed to invoke the mast of a sailing ship, specifically the USS Constitution, the oldest surviving sailing ship in the world who is based here in Boston.
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Camera: LOMO Voskhod (1967)
Lens: f2.8/45 T-48 fixed, triplet style with lanthanum glass, ZhS-17 light yellow filter.
Film: ORWO UN54 B&W
Exposure: ISO ~160 (inc filter)
Weather: Clear, late afternoon.
Scan: Lab scan.
Waves off the coast of Owhiro Bay. I like how this invokes the feeling I have when I hear those waves crash. It’s rather nice to enjoy that sitting in my land locked home.
XF55-200mm. F8 1/800th sec ISO250 200mm
Liskeard - Kernow / Cernyw / Cornwall
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YR HYN NAD YW ISRAEL AM ICHI EI WYBOD AM Y SEITHFED O HYDREF, 2023
1. Cafodd Israel ei rhybuddio ddwywaith gan yr Aifft.
2. Rhoddodd Israel $200 miliwn i Hamas mewn arian parod.
3. Symudwyd dau draean o filwyr Israel (IDF) oddi ar y ffin â Gasa dri diwrnod cyn yr ymosodiad.
4. Gweithredodd Israel Gyfarwyddyd Hannibal, a olygai ladd eu pobl eu hunain er mwyn iddyn nhw beidio â chael eu dal fel gwystlon.
5. Cafodd cyrff eu symud i'r ŵyl gerddoriaeth, yn ddiesboniad.
6. Cafodd deunydd a ddangosai wyliadwriaeth o'r ffin ei ddileu.
7. Lledaenwyd celwyddau am "fabanod y torrwyd eu pennau" ac am "dreisio torfol". Chafodd ddim o'r rhain eu cadarnhau.
▪️Roedden nhw'n chwilio am esgus. Gasa oedd y nod.
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▪️WHAT ISRAEL DOESN'T WANT YOU TO KNOW ABOUT OCTOBER 7th, 2023
1. Egypt warned Israel-twice.
2. Israel gave Hamas $200M in cash.
3. 2/3 of IDF troops were pulled from Gaza border 3 days before.
4. Israel invoked the Hannibal Directive-killing their own to prevent hostage-taking.
5. Bodies were moved to the music festival. No explanation given.
6. Border surveillance footage was deleted.
7. Lies about "beheaded babies" and
"mass rape" were pushed-none confirmed.
▪️They were looking for a pretext. Gaza was the goal.
East to West Hardknott Pass runs from Eskdale to the Duddon Valley in the Lake District National Park, Cumbria, England. A view into an early morning of a slow Winter dawning.
© PHH Sykes 2024
phhsykes@gmail.com
Hardknott Roman Fort English Heritage
www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/hardknott-roman-...
Hardknott Roman Fort
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hardknott_Roman_Fort
The Fort at River's Bend
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Fort_at_River%27s_Bend
Roman Lake District Audio Guides
English Heritage Audio Guides
soundcloud.com/ehaudio/sets/roman-lake-district-audio-guides
Hardknott mentioned in this Sonnet.
William Wordsworth
From, The River Duddon, A Series Of Sonnets, 1820. Numbered XVII 17
A dark plume fetch me from yon blasted yew,
Perched on whose top the Danish Raven croaks;
Aloft, the imperial Bird of Rome invokes
Departed ages, shedding where he flew
Loose fragments of wild wailing, that bestrew
The clouds and thrill the chambers of the rocks;
And into silence hush the timorous flocks,
That, calmly couching while the nightly dew
Moistened each fleece, beneath the twinkling stars
Slept amid that lone Camp on Hardknot’s height,
Whose Guardians bent the knee to Jove and Mars:
Or, near that mystic Round of Druid frame
Tardily sinking by its proper weight
Deep into patient Earth, from whose smooth breast it came!
Whimbrels are large, graceful shorebirds with long, down-curved beaks. This species is widespread—circumpolar, in fact—a tundra nester that winters throughout the world’s coastlines. Whimbrel’s log some of the most incredible migrations there are. To share the same space with a bird whose life history demands feats we humans are incapable of is to me awe-invoking. Copyright © Kim Toews/All Rights Reserved.
This is a memorial of WWI that everybody should visit!
Wikipedia says:
"L’Anneau de la Mémoire ("The Ring of Memory" or "Ring of Remembrance") is a World War I memorial in Ablain-Saint-Nazaire, France. Designed by Philippe Prost and inaugurated on 11 November 2014, the 96th anniversary of Armistice Day, the memorial honors the 576,606 soldiers of forty different nationalities who died at Nord-Pas-de-Calais. The memorial is located at the site of the national cemetery of Notre-Dame-de-Lorette. The monument consists of 500 metal panels that are arranged in an ellipse pattern, each 3 meters (almost 10 ft) in height. Each panel contains approximately 1200 names of fallen soldiers, listed alphabetically by last name. The 500th panel remains blank so that any newly discovered names may be inscribed. The most noteworthy aspect of the Ring of Memory is that it is the first memorial to list alphabetically, with no regard to rank nor nationality.
The Ring of Memory is the only memorial that lists names alphabetically with no distinctions in rank, nationality, or allegiance. Prost stresses, “No ranks, no nationalities: just a dizzying list of the human stories that ended on France’s northern battlefields.”[12] The names of friends and foes are engraved together in order to establish a theme of forgiveness and reconciliation after the conflict.
Description
The memorial consists of an 1132-foot perimeter ellipse (about the length of 3.75 football fields) constructed out of stainless steel panels and concrete,[1] with a 200-foot portion elevated off of the ground. The panels are arranged facing inwards on the ring and list the 579,606 casualties in Nord-Pas-de-Calais between 1914 and 1918.[2] Each of the 500 panels is 10 feet in height, and is engraved with the names of approximately 1,200 men,[3] with the 500th panel remaining blank so that any newly discovered names may be inscribed. The names are listed alphabetically, rather than by nationality, starting with “A, Tet” and concluding with “Zschiesche, Paul”. It resides around 550 feet away from France’s largest military cemetery at Ablain Saint-Nazaire,[2] the site of the three Battles of Artois[4]
History
The monument was built in Nord-Pas-de-Calais,[5] on a plot of 5.4 acres of land on a hill 541 feet high, which was commonly referred to as the “bloody hill”. Nord-Pas-de-Calais is historically a strategic military location in both World Wars. Not only was it a major component of the Western Front, but is also rich in resources such as coal. The monument accurately names 579,606 of the soldiers who died on this front from 1914 to 1918. The names on the monument were compiled from mainly German, British, and French archives. It sits 180 yards from Notre-Dame-de-Lorette,[6] France’s largest military cemetery.
Inauguration
The monument was chosen in a public contest and was set to be built on 13 April 2011. It was designed by French designer, Philippe Prost.[7][8] The monument was inaugurated in an Armistice Day commemoration on 11 November 2014 by French President François Hollande. The President of the Regional Council of Nord-Pas-de-Calais, Daniel Percheron, and the German Minister of Defense, Ursula von der Leyen, were also in attendance of the inauguration ceremony.[9] Neither the German Chancellor nor the British Prime Minister were in attendance.
Significance
On the source of his inspiration, Prost explains, “I was thinking about the rings you make when you’re a child, or a human ring when everyone holds each others’ hands in a sign of fellowship, and that seemed to me like the image, the form best suited to speaking about these 600,000 soldiers killed in the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region, and who today are brought together all in one place.”[10] The elliptical shape of the monument captures this sentiment and evokes a sense of “posthumous fraternity”[11] and unity among countries that were once enemies. It draws no lines, makes no distinctions, and instead recognizes a common and inclusive humanity. The memorial invokes a sense of European loss rather than strictly national loss.
The ring symbolizes eternity and the continuous cycle of birth and death. The materials used to construct the ring, stainless steel and concrete, are materials that will withstand the passing of time, which further reinforces the sense of eternity. While the ring is a symbol of the current peace in Europe, part of it hangs precariously over the hillside, reminding the visitors that peace is not always stable and conflict can return at any time.
The triple-leafed herb invoked the sacred for a variety of ancient cultures; Greeks and Romans associated it with the triad goddesses, while the clover reminded Celtic priests of their three-lobed symbol of the sun. Druids believed the blossoms could ward off nasty spells and evil spirits.
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or…. Press the “L” button to zoom in the image;
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What I present here on Flickr is a photographic account of the festival held every year in Palazzolo Acreide (Syracuse) in honor of Saint Michael the Archangel. This year the festival was celebrated on October 5th. The cult of Saint Michael the Archangel in Palazzolo Acreide seems to date back to the Arab-Norman period of Sicily (in Sicily, that period from the Arab conquest, 827 AD, which took it from the Byzantines, until the complete domination of the Normans, around 1194 AD). This is an era in which Sicily became a "container" of the most diverse cultures, Byzantine, Arab, Latin, Norman, thus creating a cultural, artistic and scientific synthesis: in this period, Christians invoked the "fighting" Archangel so that He could help them drive the Saracens from ancient Palazzolo (Palatiolum). On the eve of the liturgical feast (28 September), the “sciuta ra cammina” takes place, or what in other Sicilian feasts is called “la svelata” (the unveiled). The curtain covering the statue of the Archangel, placed in a “small room” above the main altar, is opened. Remaining behind the curtain, it is blocked from view for almost the entire year. The statue, now exposed for the adoration of the faithful, is moved forward a little (“sciuta ra cammina”, or “la svelata – the exit that walks” referring to the statue, which is carried forward). On the day of the big celebration, at 11:00 a.m., there will be a "hot air balloon launch." The organizers explained to me that the hot air balloons are made entirely of paper. The writing is also made with paper letters that are then glued together. The hot air produced beneath the balloons will make them fly. This year, the writing was in tune with the echo of the "People of Peace" movement, which hopes for an end to the war in Ukraine, waged by Russia, and for an end to Israeli oppression of the Palestinian people. At 1:00 pm the “sciuta” takes place, or the “exit” of the float with the statue of the Saint on it, carried on the shoulders of the devout bearers, to begin the procession. At that eagerly awaited moment, the fireworks are set off simultaneously, as are the “nzareddi” (long ribbons of colored paper, along with large confetti (the same ones seen during the exit of San Paolo, for his feast day, always in Palazzolo A.), the faithful explode in displays of jubilation, with their arms stretched high and invoking San Michele in a loud voice (this seems contagious to me, I too felt the need to raise my arms to the sky invoking San Michele, despite the photographic equipment….:o))…), the festive music of the marching band. Thus begins the procession toward the neighboring neighborhoods. The float is carried bare-shouldered by devout bearers. Long banners proceed at the front of the procession. Many devout women walk barefoot. Many children, both boys and girls, are lifted up and shown to the Archangel to ask for his spiritual intercession to protect them from evil. In thanksgiving, donations of banknotes or gold jewelry are made. Some typical curiosities of this celebration include: the statue of Saint Michael wears a breastplate made from gold from votive offerings donated over the centuries. It was later decided to melt them down and create his "gold-colored" breastplate. The statue of the Archangel, unlike what is seen in other Sicilian celebrations (usually from the "camera" located on the main altar, the saint, or saints, is made to descend by sliding on two tracks to reach the float, placed in front of the altar), here in Palazzolo A., instead, the simulacrum of the Archangel descends with a special ancient "elevator", placed under the small room, then behind the main altar, then lovingly carried in arms up to the float; on the shield of the Archangel, in the church that bears his name, on the T-shirts of the devotees, and on those of the boys and girls exposed to the Archangel, one reads "Quis ut Deus", it is the Latin translation of the name Michael (in Hebrew Mîkhā’ēl), which means “Who is like God?”, this expression is traditionally attributed to Saint Michael the Archangel, leader of the celestial armies, because, according to Christian tradition, it was the cry he uttered when he rebelled against Satan and his angels during the battle in heaven, affirming both the supremacy and uniqueness of God, and his devotion and loyalty towards the divine.
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Questo che presento qui su Flickr, è un racconto fotografico della festa che si tiene ogni anno a Palazzolo Acreide (Siracusa) in onore di San Michele Arcangelo, quest’anno la festa è stata celebrata il 5 ottobre. Il culto per San Michele Arcangelo a Palazzolo Acreide, sembra risalga al periodo arabo-normanno della Sicilia (in Sicilia quel periodo che va dalla conquista araba, 827 d.C, che la sottrae ai Bizantini, fino al completo dominio dei Normanni, circa 1194 d.C.), questa è un’epoca nella quale la Sicilia diviene un “contenitore” di culture le più diverse, bizantina, araba, latina, normanna, realizzandosi in tal modo una sintesi culturale, artistica e scientifica: in questo periodo i Cristiani invocano l’Arcangelo “che combatte” affinchè Egli li possa aiutare a scacciare i Saraceni dall’antica Palazzolo (Palatiolum). Il giorno della vigilia della festa liturgica (28 settembre), si ha la “sciuta ra cammina”, ovvero quella che in altre feste siciliana si chiama “la svelata”, si apre la tenda che copre la statua dell’Arcangelo, posta in una “cameretta” posta sopra l’altare maggiore, restando dietro la tenda viene preclusa alla vista per quasi tutto l’anno, la statua esposta ora all’adorazione dei fedeli, viene fatta avanzare di poco (“sciuta ra cammina”, ovvero “la svelata-l’uscita che cammina” riferita alla statua, che viene portata in avanti). Il giorno della grande festa alle ore 11:00 c’è la manifestazione del “lancio delle mongolfiere”, gli organizzatori mi hanno spiegato che le mongolfiere sono realizzate completamente con la carta, le scritte sono fatte anch’esse con lettere di carta poi incollate, l’aria calda prodotta sotto tali mongolfiere le farà volare: quest’anno le scritte erano in sintonia con quella eco del “Popolo della Pace” che spera nella fine della guerra in Ucraina ad opera della Russia, e nella fine della oppressione Israeliana verso il popolo Palestinese. Alle ore 13:00 avviene la “sciuta”, ovvero “l’uscita” della vara con sopra il simulacro del Santo, portato in spalla dai devoti portatori, per iniziare la processione, in quel momento, attesissimo, avviene in contemporanea lo sparo dei fuochi d’artificio, lo sparo degli “nzareddi” (sono lunghi nastri di carta colorata, insieme a grossi coriandoli (gli stessi si assistono durante l’uscita di San Paolo, per la sua festa, sempre a Palazzolo A.), i fedeli esplodono in manifestazioni di esultanza, con le braccia protese in alto ed invocando San Michele a gran voce (cosa questa che a me sembra contagiosa, anch’io ho sentito il bisogno di alzare le braccia al cielo invocando San Michele, nonostante l’attrezzatura fotografica….:o))…), la musica festosa della banda musicale. Inizia così la processione verso i quartieri vicini, la vara viene portata con la “spalla nuda” dai devoti portatori, lunghi stendardi procedono davanti nella processione, molte donne devote camminano a piedi scalzi, molti bimbi o bimbe, vengono alzati e mostrati all’Arcangelo, per chiedere la sua intercessione spirituale per essere protetti dal male, in ringraziamento ci sono donazioni di bancanote o monili d’oro. Alcune curiosità tipiche di questa festa sono: la statua di San Michele ha una corazza realizzata con l’oro proveniente dagli Ex Voto donati nei trascorsi secoli, poi si decise di fonderli e realizzare la sua corazza “color oro”; la statua dell’Arcangelo a differenza di ciò che si vede in altre feste siciliane (in genere dalla “cameretta” che si trova sull’altare maggiore, il santo, o più santi, viene fatto scendere scorrendo su due binari per giungere sulla vara, posta davanti l’altare), qui a Palazzolo A., invece il simulacro dell’Arcangelo scende con un particolare antico “ascensore”, posto sotto la cameretta, quindi dietro l’altare maggiore, poi portato amorevolmente in braccio fin sopra la vara; sullo scudo dell’Arcangelo, nella chiesa che porta il suo nome, sulle magliette dei devoti, su quelle dei bimbi e bimbe esposte all’Arcangelo, si legge “Quis ut Deus”, è la traduzione in latino del nome Michele (in ebraico Mîkhā’ēl), che appunto significa “Chi è come Dio?”, questa espressione è tradizionalmente attribuita a San Michele Arcangelo, capo delle milizie celesti, perché, secondo la tradizione cristiana, fu il grido che egli pronunciò quando si ribellò a Satana e ai suoi angeli durante la battaglia in cielo, affermando e la supremazia e unicità di Dio, e la sua devozione e lealtà verso il divino. .
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DIVINE - THOUGHTS
May the rays
of love
shine through
your heart.
May the divine
thoughts
of love shine
through your words.
by Dr. Antony Theodore Monday, April 20, 2020
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DIVINE,DIVINE,CONSCIOUSNESS
Divine, Cosmic Consciousness,
Motherly Consciousness,
Creational Force,
How to, how to approach Her,
How, how to invoke Her
Mantric Devi, Syllabic Devi,
One who is Speech,
The Alphabet of Language,
How to, how to approach Her,
How, how to?
Dispelling darkness within,
Discarding avarice, greed, lust,
One can, one can Devi
With a sacred heart,
Sacred and sacrosanct heart.
by Bijay Kant Dubey Sunday, October 14, 2018
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CLEOPATRA 2021
"I tried to depict the hope of enlightenment in 2022 with a picture of a body studded with gold and blessed by divine power. For almost two years we have experienced a pandemic, many struggles and sufferings in that year.
I hope that in 2022 and beyond we will be given physical and spiritual health to give meaning to this cycle of life"
Let kindness spread like sunshine
Embrace those who are sad
Respect their dignity, give them joy
And leave them feeling glad
Forgive those who might hurt you
And though you have your pride
Listen closely to their viewpoint
Try to see the other side
Walk softly when you’re angry
Try not to take offense
Invoke your sense of humor
Laughter’s power is immense!
Express what you are feeling
Your beliefs you should uphold
Don’t shy away from what is right
Be courageous and be bold
Keep hope right in your pocket
It will guide you day by day
Take it out when it is needed
When it’s near, you’ll find a way
Remember friends and family
Of which you are a precious part
Love deeply and love truly
Give freely from your heart
The world is far from perfect
There’s conflict and there’s strife
But you still can make a difference
By how you live your life
One of three candid photos taken outside the big top. Here you see two stilt-walkers and lots of patrons milling around .
"Recognized over the world, Cirque du Soleil has constantly sought to invoke imagination, provoke senses and evoke emotions. Discover the highly creative and artistic shows from Cirque du Soleil in your city: Toronto."
Thanks for visiting, much appreciated. Enjoy each day.
Under the light of the Moon, In the shadow of the Sun
I am the Stars and the Stars are me, I illuminate the brightest in Darkness
Through the eyes of the Maiden, Mother and Crone
I am the Earth and the Earth is me
We are connected in a natural rhythm
I am grounded in this moment, I recognise the Truth and accept it
I am the Air and the Air is me
With each breath balance is restored, My Heart is gentle, Hatred gone
I hear the whispers of Wisdom carried by the wind
I bend like a palm in a storm with Grace
I am Water and Water is me
I am cleansed of Negativity, I am Restored and Renewed
As I return stronger than before
I am Fire and Fire is me
My Spirit is unleashed, I follow my Heart to Freedom
My Passion inspires Creativity
With your Magic surging through me, And with the Magic I found inside
I am the Goddess and the Goddess is me
• I heard this song today for the first time and loved it , got inspired too. I will keep for myself to what feelings invoke me when I heard it , but it's personal. •
"Man On The Moon"
>> What happens in dreams when we fly?
Never been a science tonight
Staring through a window in time
For someone to show me what I'm like
He said, "Hello", it's like a mirror in the sky
And I can see this from up high
Oh boy, we looking good tonight
And I just don't understand
I met the man on the moon
On the moon, I heard him saying
I met the man on the moon
On the moon, we'll be okay, yeah
I met the man on the moon, he wore his set to the side
I met the man on the moon, he asked if I had a life
He told us to hold it together, we're falling apart
He told us to light up the world when we dream in the dark
Lost
All my tears have turned to dust
Maybe somebody is calling us
Man on the moon, yeah
Just the man on the moon <<
► ▓░█ A MOMENT WHEN our flying friends break loose above our heads. Everybody is excited by the sunset in De Avelingen, the place to be at such a moment, and happy with an obvious anticipation of spring. March does his entry here in a jolly way. At long last the month that will invoke the spring, in less than three weeks! But not everybody exhibits joy in the same way. Wilde geese can go wild, but the dogs and the humans are tied by the canine and human etiquette. So do we not only show more restraint, but also freeze for the camera.
I like how everybody here, including the photographer, is looking in a different direction. But the colours disappoint me greatly. Read below.
֎⃣ Oldie Olympus E-M1 mark 1 fitted with a much newer 12-45mm f4.0 pro zoom. AWB, aperture priority f4 resulting in 1/500, ISO 200. Developed from raw and edited in Affinity Photo 2.4The 'Haze Removal' filter does wonders for the birds at the cost of making them too dark, and the sky assumes unnatural tints not to my taste.
For a reason, I've been editing on an old ThinkPad that has a rather neutral, or slightly blueish, low contrast matte screen. Coming over with the finished edit to a newer Apple screen is a huge disappointment. Instead of the colours popping up, there is often an orange-green hue out of control. This is "the golden hour" moment pictured, okay, but still, even with the "True Tone" off, the hue is not nice to say the least. The sooc jpeg is uninviting, but neutral. There is a calibration possibility for this Apple screen, so there is still hope. But if the problem persists even after the calibration, I will have to abandon the idea of editing on this MacBook whatsoever. Perhaps another way to test its screen is to compare it to a professional monitor. Do you have any experience with this nuisance?
~SHORTCUTS~ ...→Press [F11] and [L] key to engage Full Screen (Light box) mode with black background ↔ Press the same key or [Esc] to return... →Press [F] to "Like" (Fave)... →Press [C] to comment... →Press [A] to put into a gallery.
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This was an experiment: use the long exposure capability on my iPhone on the rain falling on the windshield. The rain was in full focus when I took this photograph, including a long rivulet of rain that ran down diagonally from top right down the middle. It turned out that invoking the Long Exposure option blurred some of the rain, but not all. It makes a nice abstract!
301/366 pictures in 2020
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children's eye diseases and invoked during childbirth for a happy birth and against extreme hangovers and diseases of the eye; and the Austrian state of Carinthia (the Austrian state coterminous with the Diocese of Gurk), and in the neighboring Styria (another Austrian state) and Slovenia and the Roman Catholic Diocese of Gurk-Klagenfurt.
Apostle and patron saint of of Cyprus, Antioch, converts, couching, musicians, performers, peace, peacemakers, second chances, peacekeeping missions, consolation, encouragement, neurological and nerve diseases, and Parkinson's disease, reconciliation, and is invoked against quarreling hailstorms, and those facing emotional and psychological challenges.
This photograph captures the weathered, faded elegance of a once-grand doorway in the historic center of Palermo. The wooden doors, now cracked and peeling, bear remnants of a once vibrant yellow paint that has aged over time, giving the surface a textured, almost painterly effect. The wood is heavily marked by the passage of time, revealing various layers beneath the paint and showing areas where moisture and neglect have left their mark. These doors seem to tell a story of both architectural pride and abandonment, standing as relics of a bygone era.
The structure around the doorway hints at its historical significance, with detailed moldings and stone columns framing the doors. Above each side, there are baroque-like, ornamental carvings that may have once reflected the wealth and status of the building's original owners. This building, previously a palazzo, likely belonged to a noble family or was used as a center for political or social gatherings in Palermo's flourishing past. The style of the decorations suggests it was constructed in the 18th or 19th century, a period of architectural opulence in the city.
Today, this old palace stands abandoned, a shadow of its former self. The cracks and faded paint represent decades, possibly centuries, of change in Palermo. Many historic buildings in Palermo's center were once grand palaces that now suffer from neglect due to urban decay or lack of preservation funding. This doorway is a haunting reminder of the city's past glory and a testament to the resilience of the structure itself, which has withstood the elements and the passage of time despite its neglected state.
As a piece of architectural history, this doorway serves as a window into Palermo's rich cultural heritage. Although abandoned, the building still captures the imagination of those who walk by, offering a glimpse of an era when grandeur and attention to detail defined the cityâs architectural landscape. For locals and visitors alike, such relics of the past invoke a sense of nostalgia and curiosity, encouraging us to appreciate the layers of history embedded in Palermo's streets.
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May I help you stands out
Did you know that in Hindu mythology there is a strong, beautiful warrior goddess, who rides a tiger or lion? She is none other than Durga, the invincible. Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva created Goddess Durga, as an avatar of Ma Shakti using their energies, to save devalok, where the Gods resided and living beings on earth from demon Mahishasura, as neither of the three could vanquish the demon. Goddess Durga, with weapons provided to her by the three Gods took over the task of vanquishing Mahishasura.She came to earth to kill the demon Mahishasura. After a long and hard battle, she killed Mahishasura and restored the heaven, devalok to the Gods, which was previously acquired by him.
Worship of Durga
Ma Durga as she is fondly called, is invoked for protection from the powers of evil. The triumph of Goddess Durga over the demon Mahishasura symbolizes the victory of good over the evil. Durga Puja is observed for her victory. Ma Durga has been worshiped from about 400 A.D or probably earlier than that, to the present time. The day of victory is celebrated as Vijayadashami or Dussehra.
Navaratri
The actual period of the worship however may be on the preceding nine days, Navaratri followed by the last day called Vijayadashami in North India or five days in Bengal. Nine aspects of Durga known as Navadurga are worshipped, one by one during the nine-day festival. In South India especially Andhra Pradesh, Navaratri is also celebrated and the goddess is dressed each day as a different devi meaning goddess.
The word devi in Sanskrit means divine or a shining presence. The nine manifestations of Durga worshipped during Navaratri in the month of Ashwin of the Hindu calendar are Shailaputri, Brahmacharini, Chandraghanta, Skandamata, Katyayani,Kaalratri, Mahagauri and Siddhidaatri.
The Garba
Durga is associated with two mountain ranges, the Himalayas in the north and the VIndhyas in central India. In Mysore, which originated from Mahishasooru in Karnataka, she is worshiped as Chamundeshwari, the patron goddess of the city during Dussehra. In Gujarat it is celebrated as the last day of Navaratri, during which the Garba dance is performed to celebrate the victory of Durga as ‘Mahishasura-mardini’.
Durga puja
‘Durga Puja’ is celebrated in Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, Tripura, Assam and Bangladesh. The Goddess is worshipped as Mother Durga or Ma Durga, the Mother Goddess being the symbol of all the true qualities which define the Supreme Being. Durga is the representation of infinite power and purity, which resides within every being.The Devi Mahatmya or Devi Mahatmyam is a Hindu philosophical text describing the Goddess as the supreme power and creator of the universe. It is part of the Markandeya Purana. It is recited during Navratri celebrations, the Durga Puja festival,and in Durga temples across India. UNESCO has accorded the Intangible Cultural Heritage tag to Durga Puja on 15th December, 2021.
Durga in Art
Durga images can be seen carved on many ancient Indian temples and caves and is seen in murals as well. Durga images began to be available in miniature painting from 16th century to the 20th century. Durga worship is found all over India, more so in Eastern India. especially Bengal. Statues of Durga have been carved out of clay, stone and bronze and painted as patachitra in Odisha and Bengal. Painting styles in Rajasthani and Pahari have depicted the Goddess in its various schools.
The Salar Jung Museum Collection
The museum has an interesting repertoire of Goddess Durga representations. From bronze and stone statues to manuscript paintings of the Devi Mahatmya, the collection is impressive. There are in bronze folk Durga expressions too.The artefacts show her in battle mode and in her peaceful image as well.
Let us discover some of the collection of the powerful and feisty Goddess Durga at the Salar Jung Museum!
Durga with many Gods standing around her
Painting depicts multi armed Goddess Durga riding on tiger with many Gods standing around her with folded hands. Five angelic figures showering flowers over her. Geometrical designs on yellow band around, from Jaipur, dated to the 19th century.
Mahishahsura-mardini
Goddess Durga as Mahishasura-mardini with eight arms holding weapons, killing a buffalo demon at her feet, figure is on a rectangular base, from South India, dated to the 18th century.
Durga as Mahishasura-mardini
Goddess Durga as Mahishasura mardini killing Mahishasura. Three temples seen in middle of rocks and an orange coloured flag on the shikhara is on the middle main shrine, painting from Jodhpur, dated to circa 1800.
Mahishasura-mardini
Bronze statuette of Mahishasura-mardini with four arms, holding sword, trident and mace, resting her left foot on an animal at left. Elongated cut out hole at back, from South India, dated to 20th century.
Battle between Durga and demons
Painting showing a battle between Goddess Durga and demons in which Durga is riding on lion carrying various weapons in her many arms accompanied by her four followers attacking the demons who are armed, elephant and horses seen falling down, from Guler, dated to the late 18th century.
Eight-handed Devi
Bronze figure of eight-handed Devi Mariamman with the seven hooded serpent, who is affiliated to Goddess Durga, bronze, from India, dated to the 19th century.
Durga in an illustrated manuscript
Goddess Durga, illustrated manuscript, painting showing Durga devi - a few verses in Devanagari also seen, dated to circa 1650.
Figure of Goddess Durga
Probably a bronze figure of Goddess Durga dancing. Her legs are on a prostrate figure. Ganesh on the right side. Hands carry the symbols, a halo around the figure. A snake on the right side of the halo, from South India, dated to the 14th century.
Goddess Durga in combat with demons
Painting depicts multi-armed Goddess Durga riding on a tiger's back and horned demons Shumbha and Nishumbha with mace and shield in attacking position depicted in two registers, the demon below has moustaches. Geometrical designs on yellow band around, folio from a Devi Mahatmaya, from Jaipur, dated to the 19th century.
Goddess Durga
Goddess Durga riding on a lion fighting with two demons, figure is on a wooden base, made in ivory, dated to the 20th century.
Goddess Durga seated on a throne
Painting depicts multi-armed Goddess Durga seated on a throne with human and animal figures on her lap. Eight maids standing on either side with chatter and fly-whisks. Angelic figures showering flowers over her, from Jaipur, dated to the 19th century.
Goddess Durga in combat with demon
Painting depicts multi-armed Goddess Durga riding on tiger shooting arrows at demon Nishumbha. Geometrical designs around the painting, folio from a Devi Mahatmya from Jaipur, dated to the 19th century.
Standing 'Asthabhuja Durga'
Goddess Durga with several weapons and attributes like sword, spear, sickle, shankha,shield and bow. Her hands bears several bangles. Her front right hand is shown in varadahasta or posture of granting wishes. A lady probably a bhakta or devotee is seen seated on left. Stone sculpture from West Bengal, Pala dynasty, dated to the 13th century.
Durga riding on tiger shooting arrows
Painting depicts multi-armed Goddess Durga riding on tiger shooting arrows. The arrows already shot have pierced the arms and shield of the demon who is holding a sword in his right hand. Two attendants with fly-whisks on either side of Durga. Geometrical designs around the painting, folio from a Devi Mahatmya from Jaipur, dated to the 19th century.
Folk figure of Goddess Durga
Folk bronze figure of Durga holding a lotus in her left hand and weapons in her other hand, from Central India, dated to the16th century.
Durga riding on tiger armed with weapons
Painting depicts multi-armed Goddess Durga riding on tiger, armed with sword, mace, spear, arrow, trident and holding the head of a vanquished demon by its long hair tassel, from Deccan, dated to the late 19th century.
Durga killing a demon
Illustrated palm leaf is containing ten leaves depicting Goddess Durga killing a demon, patachitra from Odisha, dated to the 18th century.
Mahishasura-mardini
Bronze figure of Mahishasura-mardini on four-legged rectangular base, from South India, dated to the 19th century.
Credits: Story
Text and Curation : Soma Ghosh
Photography : M. Krishnamurthy and Bahadur Ali
Research Assistance : Dinesh Singh and E. Rajesh
Special Thanks to Dr. A. Nagender Reddy, Director, Salar Jung Museum, Hyderabad, India.
References -
1. Pal, Pratapaditya, ed./Goddess Durga - The Power and The Glory, Mumbai: Marg
Publications
2. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Durga (accessed on 23.06.2022)
3. festivals.iloveindia.com/durga-puja/origin-durga-puja.html (accessed on 23.06.2022)
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The ever changing CanarySprings in the Mammoth Hot Springs area of Yellowstone NP. Canary Springs is named for its bright yellow color and owes its brilliance to sulfur-dependent filamentous bacteria. The colors blend here in delicate tints on the creamy rock face. All the Mammoth Hot Springs terraces are formed when water ascends through the ancient limestone deposits of the area. The results are striking and unique. They invoke a landscape that resembles a cave turned inside out, with its delicate features exposed for all to see. The flowing waters spill across the surface to sculpt magnificent travertine limestone terraces.
#macromondays #Spooky
The latest #macromondays challenge #Spooky prompts me to share this picture with you. Size of the skull is aprox. 25mm
"Spooky" is an adjective that describes something that is eerie or frightening, often in a way that is associated with the supernatural or with Halloween. It can refer to things like haunted houses, ghost stories, or eerie noises in the night. The term is often used in a playful or lighthearted manner, especially in the context of Halloween decorations or costumes. For example, one might describe a jack-o'-lantern as "spooky."
"Spooky situations" can refer to scenarios or settings that invoke a sense of unease, fear, or the supernatural. They can range from genuinely frightening to lighthearted and playful, especially when associated with Halloween. Here are some examples:
Haunted Houses: Old, dilapidated houses with a history of ghost sightings or unexplained phenomena.
Abandoned Places: Asylums, schools, factories, or hospitals that have been left to decay can be spooky due to their emptiness and the remnants of their past.
Graveyards at Night: The association with the dead and the quiet, eerie atmosphere can be unsettling.
Forests at Night: The dark, the rustling of leaves, and the unknown can be spine-tingling.
Hearing Eerie Noises: Sounds like footsteps when you're alone, or unexplained creaks and whispers.
Seances and Ouija Boards: Trying to communicate with the spirit world can be seen as a spooky situation by many.
Urban Legends and Local Myths: Stories about entities like the Mothman, Bloody Mary, or La Llorona create spooky scenarios when visiting the places associated with these legends.
Being Alone in a Usually Busy Place: For instance, being in a school or mall alone at night can feel spooky.
Power Outages during a Storm: The combination of darkness, the sound of the storm, and the absence of the usual comforts of electricity can be unsettling.
Unexplained Phenomena: Seeing apparitions, items moving on their own, or experiencing cold spots in a room can be deemed spooky.
Many people actively seek out spooky situations, especially around Halloween, for the thrill and fun of being scared in a controlled environment. However, it's always important to ensure safety and not put oneself or others in genuine danger for the sake of a thrill.
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Isis was the most powerful magician in the Egyptian pantheon and was invoked in spells for healing and protection. She famously used her magic to restore Osiris's body after it was dismembered. As the mother of Horus, she was a divine protector of the pharaoh and a model for all women. She was also seen as a protector of the unique and downtrodden in society.
Isis also the devoted wife of Osiris, who supported him and taught women domestic skills like weaving and baking. Her grief over Osiris's death was so great that her tears were believed to cause the annual flooding of the Nile. Her actions in piecing together Osiris's body became a model for mummification and funerary practices.
Worship: Her cult was popular throughout Egypt and the Greco-Roman world. Her image was eventually associated with the Virgin Mary in later Christian art.
Chester Cathedral and Chester Visual Arts present ‘Our Colour Reflection’ by international artist, Liz West. The installation creates a conversation between the viewer and the setting using hundreds of mirrors made of coloured acrylic.
West creates vivid environments that mix luminous colour and radiant light. Working across a variety of mediums, West aims to provoke a heightened sensory awareness in the viewer through her works. She is interested in exploring how sensory phenomena can invoke psychological and physical responses that tap into our own deeply entrenched relationships to colour.
Open Monday to Saturday: 9am – 5pm, Sunday: 11am – 4pm
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Looking up into the overcast skies, the curves of this building invoke the comforting aesthetic of modern London life.
ODC-Classical (George Harrison)
This song is classical Beatles and is described as something that is immediately recognizable, and outstanding that can invoke an emotional response. I know this song certainly makes me Happy! And seeing the sun again definitely makes me Happy!
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Sagrada Família, Barcelona, España.
El Templo Expiatorio de la Sagrada Familia, conocido simplemente como la Sagrada Familia, es una basílica católica de Barcelona (España), diseñada por el arquitecto Antoni Gaudí. Iniciada en 1882, todavía está en construcción (noviembre de 2016). Es la obra maestra de Gaudí, y el máximo exponente de la arquitectura modernista catalana.
La Sagrada Familia es un reflejo de la plenitud artística de Gaudí: trabajó en ella durante la mayor parte de su carrera profesional, pero especialmente en los últimos años de su carrera, donde llegó a la culminación de su estilo naturalista, haciendo una síntesis de todas las soluciones y estilos probados hasta aquel entonces. Gaudí logró una perfecta armonía en la interrelación entre los elementos estructurales y los ornamentales, entre plástica y estética, entre función y forma, entre contenido y continente, logrando la integración de todas las artes en un todo estructurado y lógico.
La Sagrada Familia tiene planta de cruz latina, de cinco naves centrales y transepto de tres naves, y ábside con siete capillas. Ostenta tres fachadas dedicadas al Nacimiento, Pasión y Gloria de Jesús y, cuando esté concluida, tendrá 18 torres: cuatro en cada portal haciendo un total de doce por los apóstoles, cuatro sobre el crucero invocando a los evangelistas, una sobre el ábside dedicada a la Virgen y la torre-cimborio central en honor a Jesús, que alcanzará los 172,5 metros de altura. El templo dispondrá de dos sacristías junto al ábside, y de tres grandes capillas: la de la Asunción en el ábside y las del Bautismo y la Penitencia junto a la fachada principal; asimismo, estará rodeado de un claustro pensado para las procesiones y para aislar el templo del exterior. Gaudí aplicó a la Sagrada Familia un alto contenido simbólico, tanto en arquitectura como en escultura, dedicando a cada parte del templo un significado religioso.
The Expiatory Church of the Sagrada Familia, known simply as the Sagrada Familia, is a Roman Catholic basilica in Barcelona, Spain, designed by architect Antoni Gaudí. Begun in 1882, it is still under construction (November 2016). It is Gaudí's masterpiece and the greatest exponent of Catalan modernist architecture.
The Sagrada Familia is a reflection of Gaudí's artistic plenitude: he worked on it for most of his professional career, but especially in his later years, where he reached the culmination of his naturalistic style, synthesizing all the solutions and styles he had tried up to that point. Gaudí achieved perfect harmony in the interrelationship between structural and ornamental elements, between plasticity and aesthetics, between function and form, between content and container, achieving the integration of all the arts into a structured and logical whole. The Sagrada Familia has a Latin cross plan, five central naves, a three-aisled transept, and an apse with seven chapels. It boasts three façades dedicated to the Birth, Passion, and Glory of Jesus. When completed, it will have 18 towers: four at each portal, making a total of twelve for the apostles, four over the transept invoking the evangelists, one over the apse dedicated to the Virgin, and the central dome tower in honor of Jesus, which will reach 172.5 meters in height. The temple will have two sacristies next to the apse and three large chapels: the Assumption Chapel in the apse and the Baptism and Penance Chapels next to the main façade. It will also be surrounded by a cloister designed for processions and to isolate the temple from the exterior. Gaudí applied a highly symbolic content to the Sagrada Familia, both in architecture and sculpture, dedicating each part of the temple to a religious significance.
Festival complètement Cirque 3 Géants- 3 Giants
LES 7 DOIGTS on the PVM Esplanade, Place Ville Marie
Montreal, Qc July 2022
The giant changes the proportions of our universe. He can become a figure of the artist, an allegory of knowledge, or a metaphor for superhumanity.
A group of workers who thrive on hard work and who flourish when together have stormed this construction site for several moons. These men and women are put to work in a highly acrobatic way to finalize this titanic undertaking and give life to this scrap metal giant. Together, they work with perseverance, authenticity, passion, conviction, stubbornness and resilience. The heart, the apparent focus of emotional turmoil, becomes the allegorical representation of the creative drive. Inspired by the intuitive movement of Les Automatistes, we offer a show that celebrates creativity in its most instinctive and visceral form. A metaphor invoking the power that collectivity can wield. A praise of the greater than self, these giants exist because we create them, because we make them live.
LES 7 DOIGTS sur l’Esplanade PVM, à Place Ville Marie
Montréal, Qc Juillet 2022
Le géant est celui qui change les proportions de notre univers. Il peut devenir figure de l’artiste, allégorie du savoir, ou métaphore de la surhumanité.
Un groupe d’ouvriers qui carbure au labeur et se nourrit d’être ensemble, a pris d’assaut ce chantier depuis plusieurs lunes. Ces hommes et ces femmes, sont mis à contribution de manière hautement acrobatique pour finaliser cette titanesque entreprise et donner la vie à ce géant de ferraille. Ensemble, ils travaillent avec persévérance, authenticité, passion, conviction, entêtement et résilience. Le cœur, foyer apparent des ébranlements émotionnels, devient la représentation allégorique de la pulsion créative. S’inspirant du mouvement intuitif des Automatiste, nous proposons une œuvre qui célèbre la créativité dans sa forme la plus instinctive et viscérale. Métaphore invoquant la puissance que peut exercer la collectivité. Louange du plus grand que soi, ces géants existent par ce que nous les créons, parce que nous les faisons vivre.
children. They are prayed to for welfare of the family, family happiness, and the restoring sick children to health.
Julitta and her son Cyricus are invoked in prayer for families and children and as a protector of children.
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The one you have been waiting for is here, but you just don't know yet.
As I was staring down from the century-old mansion, I was eagerly waiting for people coming into my frame. Like the preceding image, Faith, this is another boring image that I need to get out from my system.
I was drawn into photojournalism late last year, especially the ones featuring in Time magazine about war, life and everything else that invoke emotion. I discovered that a powerful image didn't necessarily have to be colorful or dramatic. A powerful image that is real and can make people think and feel is a great image too. It also requires people with experience in order to accept its existence.
The Chrysalis Of Ion - Elydhyan
With the Music : Max Legend - Destiny
Her black mantle of bright and colorful spots reveal the power of his presence but also to its relentless character, governing the Night and the nocturnal storms but also protecting the forest in the dark ... Elydhyan ... do not invoke her name without a real reason to do so ...
The actual location of the chapel can be seen on a photo loaded yesterday.
St Catherine’s Chapel was built by the monks of nearby Abbotsbury Abbey as a pilgrimage chapel. Virtually unaltered since, it is one of a handful of chapels of this kind which are located outside the precincts of the monasteries that built them. Its isolated setting allowed the monks to withdraw from the monastery during Lent for private prayer and meditation.
The fireworks known as Catherine wheels commemorate her torture in the 3rd century AD, when the Roman Emperor Maximus I ordered her to be broken on a wheel set with sword points for protesting about the persecution of Christians.
An angel is said to have broken the wheel, and after her subsequent execution Catherine’s body was said to have been conveyed to the heights of Mount Sinai by angels. She became the patron saint of virgins, particularly those in search of husbands, and it was the custom until the late 19th century for the young women of Abbotsbury to go to the chapel and invoke her aid. They would put a knee in one of the wishing holes in the south doorway, their hands in the other two holes, and make a wish.