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Liebig's Beef Extract "Processions" Belgian issue, 1904.
Feast of the Professional Associations in the Middle-Ages
Photos from the Easter parade at Sao Bras de Alportel. The men carry "torches" of flowers and the route follows the streets laid out with patterns of flowers.
Members of the Glasgow and Edinburgh Steam Punk societies.
PROCESSIONS, a mass artwork celebrating 100 years of women voting, in Belfast, Cardiff, Edinburgh and London. 10th June 2018.
100 banners and 100 artists full list: www.processions.co.uk/partners-2/
WASPI: the modern-day suffragists fighting for equality in Moray: www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/moray/1429632/waspi-mod...
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PROCESSIONS, a mass artwork celebrating 100 years of women voting, in Belfast, Cardiff, Edinburgh and London. 10th June 2018.
100 banners and 100 artists full list: www.processions.co.uk/partners-2/
"The Sikh community are having their annual procession through Hitchin Town Centre to celebrate 'Vaisakhi'.
Vaisakhi not only signifies the beginning of the Sikh New Year, it also commemorates the formation of the Khalsa Panth (Sikh Nation) by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699.
Sikh communities from Hitchin, Letchworth, Stevenage, Baldock and many other towns/villages are participating in the procession.
The decorated main float contains the Sikh Holy Scripture; the 'Sri Guru Granth Sahib' is the eleventh and final Guru of the Sikhs, it is held in the highest regard and is treated as the Eternal Guru, as instructed by Guru Gobind Singh. Priests are present to sing hymns throughout the procession.
Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth and last Guru, radically changed the face of Sikhism. Guru Gobind Singh Ji gave his Khalsa a unique, distinctive identity. Practising Sikhs are bound to wear the five Kakaars, which is commonly known as the 'Five K's'.
Kesh: uncut hair;
Karra: iron bracelet;
Kangha: wooden hair comb;
Kirpan: symbolic sword;
Kachhehra: long underwear.
On Vaisakhi day 1699, thousands of people of all backgrounds gathered at Anandpur to honour the call from Guru Gobind Singh Ji. Standing with a sword in his hand, the Guru asked which person in the congregation was willing to sacrifice his life for his faith. At first no one stepped forward, but eventually one man came forward and was led into the Guru's tent.
Moments later, Guru Gobind Singh Ji returned holding a bloody sword. He asked the same question again. Another man came forward and this scene was repeated a further three times. A short while later, the Guru walked out of the tent with the five men 'Panj Pyaras' who were willing to offer their lives to 'dharma', their religion.
The 'Five Beloved Ones' were all baptised as the same time from the same bowl, proving to the congregation that everyone was equal.
They became the first five members initiated into the Kalsa, or the 'Order of the Pure'. Guru Gobind Singh Ji then received initiation from the five beloved ones, thus erasing all distinctions between Guru and Sikhs.
The five men leading the procession represent the 'Five Beloved Ones'."
(taken from the FAQs handed out during the procession ~ Sri Guru Singh Sabha Gurdwara, Hitchin)
For Corpus Christi 2016, record crowds accompanied Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament.
From the Solemn Mass with the St. Cecilia choir to the glorious outdoor procession with the Blessed Sacrament in the parish gardens, the feast of Corpus Christi at St. John Cantius Church in Chicago is an important experience for parishioners and visitors.
Flowers and incense prepare the way for the Blessed Sacrament, and elaborate chalk designs adorn the pathways to the various altars set up for the procession.
Many thanks to the hundred or so volunteers: artists, workers, cleaners, servers, religious, and clergy who helped give glory to our Eucharistic King. And many thanks to the numerous faithful who attended.
Funeral procession in Hoi An, Vietnam.
In front of, and behind, walked a man with a yellow flag, and the coffin carriers had yellow outfits. It was not at all like the western silent funeral procession.
"The Sikh community are having their annual procession through Hitchin Town Centre to celebrate 'Vaisakhi'.
Vaisakhi not only signifies the beginning of the Sikh New Year, it also commemorates the formation of the Khalsa Panth (Sikh Nation) by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699.
Sikh communities from Hitchin, Letchworth, Stevenage, Baldock and many other towns/villages are participating in the procession.
The decorated main float contains the Sikh Holy Scripture; the 'Sri Guru Granth Sahib' is the eleventh and final Guru of the Sikhs, it is held in the highest regard and is treated as the Eternal Guru, as instructed by Guru Gobind Singh. Priests are present to sing hymns throughout the procession.
Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth and last Guru, radically changed the face of Sikhism. Guru Gobind Singh Ji gave his Khalsa a unique, distinctive identity. Practising Sikhs are bound to wear the five Kakaars, which is commonly known as the 'Five K's'.
Kesh: uncut hair;
Karra: iron bracelet;
Kangha: wooden hair comb;
Kirpan: symbolic sword;
Kachhehra: long underwear.
On Vaisakhi day 1699, thousands of people of all backgrounds gathered at Anandpur to honour the call from Guru Gobind Singh Ji. Standing with a sword in his hand, the Guru asked which person in the congregation was willing to sacrifice his life for his faith. At first no one stepped forward, but eventually one man came forward and was led into the Guru's tent.
Moments later, Guru Gobind Singh Ji returned holding a bloody sword. He asked the same question again. Another man came forward and this scene was repeated a further three times. A short while later, the Guru walked out of the tent with the five men 'Panj Pyaras' who were willing to offer their lives to 'dharma', their religion.
The 'Five Beloved Ones' were all baptised as the same time from the same bowl, proving to the congregation that everyone was equal.
They became the first five members initiated into the Kalsa, or the 'Order of the Pure'. Guru Gobind Singh Ji then received initiation from the five beloved ones, thus erasing all distinctions between Guru and Sikhs.
The five men leading the procession represent the 'Five Beloved Ones'."
(taken from the FAQs handed out during the procession ~ Sri Guru Singh Sabha Gurdwara, Hitchin)
Silent procession in honor of Liduina (Lidwina) Schiedam. A Dutch mystic and patron saint of the world's jenever capital. At the age 15 she fell on the ice during skating (how Dutch!). She never recovered and after some time her life was full of miracles and visions. Despite the ice crash, she is also patron of ice skaters.
During the procession many important places for Liduina are visited. For the non-religious visitor/ follower a perfect way to see and know more about Schiedam's rich history.
Members of the Glasgow and Edinburgh Steam Punk societies.
PROCESSIONS, a mass artwork celebrating 100 years of women voting, in Belfast, Cardiff, Edinburgh and London. 10th June 2018.
100 banners and 100 artists full list: www.processions.co.uk/partners-2/
On the first Sunday after May 13, the day of the feast of Saint Servatius, the city procession passes through the city of Maastricht.
This old custom symbolizes that life is a journey, in which Jesus is pulling along with man.
During the procession many other groups and associations make an appearance. It starts at the Basilica of Saint Servatius and the procession ends at the Basilica of Our Lady "Star of the Sea '.
"The Sikh community are having their annual procession through Hitchin Town Centre to celebrate 'Vaisakhi'.
Vaisakhi not only signifies the beginning of the Sikh New Year, it also commemorates the formation of the Khalsa Panth (Sikh Nation) by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699.
Sikh communities from Hitchin, Letchworth, Stevenage, Baldock and many other towns/villages are participating in the procession.
The decorated main float contains the Sikh Holy Scripture; the 'Sri Guru Granth Sahib' is the eleventh and final Guru of the Sikhs, it is held in the highest regard and is treated as the Eternal Guru, as instructed by Guru Gobind Singh. Priests are present to sing hymns throughout the procession.
Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth and last Guru, radically changed the face of Sikhism. Guru Gobind Singh Ji gave his Khalsa a unique, distinctive identity. Practising Sikhs are bound to wear the five Kakaars, which is commonly known as the 'Five K's'.
Kesh: uncut hair;
Karra: iron bracelet;
Kangha: wooden hair comb;
Kirpan: symbolic sword;
Kachhehra: long underwear.
On Vaisakhi day 1699, thousands of people of all backgrounds gathered at Anandpur to honour the call from Guru Gobind Singh Ji. Standing with a sword in his hand, the Guru asked which person in the congregation was willing to sacrifice his life for his faith. At first no one stepped forward, but eventually one man came forward and was led into the Guru's tent.
Moments later, Guru Gobind Singh Ji returned holding a bloody sword. He asked the same question again. Another man came forward and this scene was repeated a further three times. A short while later, the Guru walked out of the tent with the five men 'Panj Pyaras' who were willing to offer their lives to 'dharma', their religion.
The 'Five Beloved Ones' were all baptised as the same time from the same bowl, proving to the congregation that everyone was equal.
They became the first five members initiated into the Kalsa, or the 'Order of the Pure'. Guru Gobind Singh Ji then received initiation from the five beloved ones, thus erasing all distinctions between Guru and Sikhs.
The five men leading the procession represent the 'Five Beloved Ones'."
(taken from the FAQs handed out during the procession ~ Sri Guru Singh Sabha Gurdwara, Hitchin)
Giardini Naxos is a comune in the Province of Messina on the island of Sicily in Italy. It is situated on the coast of the Ionian Sea on a bay which lies between Cape Taormina and Cape Schisò. Today it is a popular seaside-resort.Founded by Thucles the Chalcidian in 734 BC, Naxos was never a powerful city, but its temple of Apollo Archegetes, protecting deity of all the Greek colonies, gave it prominence in religious affairs. Leontini and Catania were both colonized from here. Hippocrates, tyrant of Gela, captured it in 494 BC. Its opposition to Syracuse ultimately led to its capture and destruction in 403 BC at the hands of Dionysius the tyrant, after it had supported Athens during that city's disastrous Sicilian Expedition. Though the site continued to be inhabited, most activity shifted to neighbouring Tauromenium.In 1544, following the raids by Turkish corsair, Barbarossa Kheir-ed-Din, several military buildings were constructed to protect Cape Schisò from the Barbary pirates who continued to attack and plunder the coastal villages. These were Schisò Castle which was rebuilt from an earlier 13th century castle, Schisò fort, and Vignazza Tower. The latter is a quadrangular watchtower which served to patrol the coast south of Port Schisò; if any pirate boats were sighted, the observers inside the tower could alert the villagers and neighbouring watchtowers by sending out smoke signals. Vignazza Tower is located in the Recanati area of Giardini Naxos, but is not open to the public.Prior to the early 1970s, Giardini Naxos was a quiet fishing village. Now it is a popular tourist destination, famous for its beaches, panoramic view of the bay and surrounding hills, and its small, but bustling fishing port. It attracts foreign visitors and Italians alike, many of whom own summer residences in the comune. The seafront, Via Tysandros, is lined with hotels, smaller pensions, pubs, restaurants and pizzerias.
Giardini-Naxos è un comune di 9.152 abitanti della provincia di Messina. Anticamente chiamata Nasso, dista 39 km da Messina e 40 da Catania.Nell'attuale collocazione di Giardini-Naxos, presso Capo Schisò, nel 734 a.C. dei coloni calcidesi fondarono quello che è da tutti ritenuto il primo insediamento greco in Sicilia. Alla nuova colonia venne attribuito il nome di Naxos come l'omonima isola nel Mar Egeo. Nonostante rimase un centro di modeste dimensioni mantenne il suo valore simbolico, in quanto venne eretto un altare in onore di Apollo Archegetes, questo era il punto di partenza degli ambasciatori greci in ritorno alla madrepatria. Durante la Guerra del Peloponneso Naxos si schierò con Atene, ma quando nel 403 a.C. la spedizione militare ateniese in Sicilia fallì, il tiranno siracusano Dionigi il Vecchio la fece radere al suolo e fece costruire sull'altura sovrastante Tauromenion (Taormina). Il territorio venne donato ai Siculi e gli abitanti furono venduti come schiavi. Il nome Naxos permase nel tempo anche in epoca romana e nell'Itinerario Antonino del III secolo d.C. viene citato come località per lo scambio di cavalli lungo la strada consolare in direzione Siracusa. Nel periodo bizantino sulle spoglie della colonia greca si andò a formare un piccolo centro abitato, questo diventò l'approdo strategico per la vicina Taormina. Il periodo di dominio arabo ha lasciato numerosi toponimi come quello del vicino fiume Alcantara o dello stesso Capo Schisò.
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Women carrying their offerings at a mass cremation ceremony of 50 people at Lake Batur, Kintamani, Bali
Thailand's Royal Barge Procession is a ceremony of both religious and royal significance which has been taking place for nearly 700 years. The exquisitely crafted Royal Barges are a blend of craftsmanship and traditional Thai art.
The Royal Barge Procession takes place rarely, typically coinciding with only the most significant cultural and religious events. During the reign of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, spanning over 60 years, the Procession has only occurred 16 times.
The Royal Barge Procession, in the present, consists of 52 barges: 51 historical Barges, and the Royal Barge, the Narai Song Suban, which King Rama IX built in 1994. It is the only Barge built during King Bhumibol's reign. These barges are manned by 2,082 oarsmen. The Procession proceeds down the Chao Phraya River, from the Wasukri Royal Landing Place in Khet Dusit, Bangkok, passes the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, the Grand Palace, Wat Po, and finally arrives at Wat Arun
Members of the Glasgow and Edinburgh Steam Punk societies pose with a banner.
PROCESSIONS, a mass artwork celebrating 100 years of women voting, in Belfast, Cardiff, Edinburgh and London. 10th June 2018.
100 banners and 100 artists full list: www.processions.co.uk/partners-2/
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This Easter I traveled to the colonial town of Taxco, Mexico to relax and document the Semana Santa or Holy Week procession festivities. They are based on customs originally brought from Spain almost 500 years ago. These rituals were periodically banned for political reasons but have been regularly practiced in Taxco once a year for the past 100 years or so. One can see, hear, and sense the processions as they wind through the ancient cobblestone streets. Children dressed as angels, followed by the faithful shouldering beautifully carved religious statuses. I witnessed “penitentes” who demonstrated their faith through self-inflicted suffering.
These re-enactments and processions are an amalgamation of Spanish and pre-Columbian worship and culture. For example, the use of percussion and musical instruments, and the specific qualities of “penitente” practices have indigenous roots. The indigenous identification with Christ’s (Jews) suffering at the hands of the Romans, mirrors their own history of suffering at the hands of the conquistadors. The flagellation practices are reminiscent of those found in Aztec culture. Their use of decorations, plants (zarzamora) and materials by the “penitentes” are clear adaptations to medieval Spanish customs and ritual.
Taxco is reported to be the “Silver Center of the World” where four tons of silver a month are made into jewelry and other works of art. In the late 1920s, the charm of this colonial hillside town attracted William Spratling, a North American architect, writer and artist, and his charisma in turn made Taxco “the haunt of Bohemian American artists and literati.”
Since 9/11 they’ve been hit hard due to drastically reduced tourism and because of the increased prices of silver. These are a proud, hardworking people who are very devout in their spirituality and commitment to their families. These are part of a series of images captured in Taxco as well as Cacalotenango. I got to the later by paying a private driver to transport me there. On my return to Taxco, I was blessed by having made friends with two Univision TV cameramen who’d managed to have a police truck at their disposal.
Cacalotenango is a small agricultural town in the mountains about one hour west of Taxco. The Semana Santa Good Friday festivities and passion play are acted out authentically. The whippings, flagellations and crucifixion actually occur live in front of spectators who are warned to stay clear of the action to avoid getting hurt. True to form, the crowds (and the photographers) were constantly being harassed, pushed and shoved by the Roman centurions who were clearing the way for the procession along the “Via Dolorosa.”
At one point, a bullwhip lash meant for “Jesus” actually hit me. I didn’t really get hurt but (in my mind) I fancied myself an “artist-penitent” of sorts as I roasted in the hot sun running up and down a wide area of hills and steep walkways trying to stay close to the action.
Let me tell you, this was as real an enactment as can be, short of death. According to an indigenous penitente, who became a friend, the crucifixion was real on both hands though the feet were tied in place. As I followed the Christ figure through various phases of torture, defilement and physical injuries, there was no doubt he was actually experiencing incredible suffering, exhaustion and pain.
As a semi-lapsed Catholic convert and human being I was extremely moved by the devotion of the participants and spectators who were able to relive the suffering, sacrifice and selflessness of this event.
A “penitente” told me this suffering was offered prayerfully for the well-being and healing of themselves, their families and communities. Beyond this was also an offering for national and world peace.
As an example, this indigenous “penitente” told me that he was praying for peace in Iraq and for the safety of American soldiers. Although I found these practices to be extreme and outside of my frame of experience, there was nothing fanatical or pathological about the people choosing to do this. They presented as very intelligent, discriminating, balanced and kind.
I got the sense that they were at peace with themselves and very centered. They seem to go into ecstatic or meditative states that defy ones concept of human endurance and self healing. I was told elderly diabetics have healed completely after deep flagellations with lead tipped whips after exhausting processions of many miles.
About 36 hours after severe self flagellation with metal tipped whips causing severe open wounds and ripped flesh, my friend's back appeared to have only a slight purplish hematomas with unbroken skin. I accidentally touched it when we hugged and he did not feel any pain........ Had I not seen this, I wouldn't have believed it possible.
Though I don't feel moved to do what these folks do, having seen what I've seen and having developed friendships with these wonderful people, I can understand how they attune to their spirituality in this way. When I think about it, I'm amazed at the perfection, joy and abundance of spirit to be found everywhere, however alien these particular practices may have seemed at first.
I have somehow developed a faith that the "economies" of spirit are perfectly balanced and without judgement toward all manner of human spiritual development and devotion. This is part of a forthcoming series of images documenting Semana Santa (Easter) in Taxco and Cacalotenango, Mexico in April 2007.