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the cats of the Holy Man


the cats of the Holy Man
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Copyright: Catherine M D (noborders) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 136 W: 0 N: 158] (724)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2007-11
Categories: Daily Life, Humorous, Decisive Moment, Pets
Photo Version: Original Version, Workshop
Theme(s): Our Cat family !!!! [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2007-12-26 8:12
Viewed: 986
Points: 26
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
The "marabout" or holy man is long dead, but his tomb is still attracting many visitors, mostly women.
... Very amusing for me, to see that the business around there has changed completely : I remember clearly, when I was guiding French tourists there in 1980, that the emphasis was very much about the nearby "sacred spring", with rituals of stepping on burning grass and offering eggs, sacred eels that would miraculously cure most women from infertility (and bring a male child to those who needed one, etc) ; at that time, there were no cats as far as I remember - maybe one or two, but nothing special ;

now, all is about the *46* cats (here are only some of them, but I could only count *35* !), the lady in pink asking for money to feed them. The visit inside the tomb (entrance here) of the "marabout" is of course the most important moment, he remains very popular but there is no more interest in the sacred spring, although the visitors walk around there too - it must have lost its power somehow, too many women complaining about its uneffectiveness ?

(another photo with more cats here) (NB : you've probably noticed that the man has nothing to do with the scene : he is one of those "faux guides", unofficial and unlicensed, freelance guides - in Morocco, unfortunately often a bit unpleasant when we refuse their service and as I wanted to walk freely on my own pace and lose myself, he did not look happy and hoped that I would change my mind... No, thank you !)
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So many cats. Holy cats!

Bonsoir, Catherine,
C'est une image tres interessante et curieuse!
J'aime la composition et le l'air quotidien.
Marrant, ca me rappelle le compte: "Le Petit Mouk"
Merci pour le partage et excellente soiree et festivites a l'occasion des fetes de fin d'annee.
Valerka:)

Great capture of this scene Catherine.
Nicely composed, great clarity.
Well done.
- Vincent

:) later

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  • lopa Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1083 W: 242 N: 847] (8927)
  • [2007-12-26 9:05]

Hi Catherine ,
WOOW!! Wonderful composition and colour tone. You managed the light very well. EXCELLENT!!
Wish you and your family a Happy Holidays.
TFS
Lopa

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  • Niva Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1163 W: 2 N: 845] (10677)
  • [2007-12-26 9:06]

Salut Catherine
A great capture indeed!
I have never seen so many cats together, at once!!! A funny flagrante!
TFS!
Brazilian Greetings,
Amicalement,
Nivaldo

Hi Catherine

I do like the underlying cynicism in your note - but I do like its message also, that even 'legends' may change to suit the context of market expectations. Perhaps similar things have happened to other, even more significant aspects of culture and mythology.

Rew

Hi Catherine,
I love the shot, what a wonderful place with so many cats. Have you counted them?!? I only see 27! Anyway it's pretty, thanks
Sabine - wishnugaruda

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  • nova Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2735 W: 263 N: 864] (8653)
  • [2007-12-26 10:22]

Tous ces chats! Je trouve ça tellement étrange! Je préfère la photo sur l'autre site malgré que les deux sont très intéressantes.Belle photo documentaire.Merci!
Michel

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  • limba3 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1053 W: 434 N: 421] (13350)
  • [2007-12-26 12:37]

Hi Catherine
Interesting history. And I like cats very much.
TFS
Anna

Hello Catherine,
What an amazing view!
What shall I say I'm not a big fan of cats and this is a bit creepy...
However it is a good documentary, rich natural colours and sharp details! Maybe try to crop the guy right?
Greetings,
Pablo -

Hello Catherine! Wonderful scene. Amazing cats. Are they dangerous? Wonderful point of view. Great effect. Best regard!

Ciao Caterina ogni tanto ci incontrianmo anche su TL, bella composizione con tutti questi gatti, quì ce ne sono ancora di più che in quella mostrata su TE, 20 contro 17 se non mi sono sbaglito a contare, complimenti, brava, con Amicizia
Silvio

Namasthe Cath,

Fantastic shot..
Life blossoms there..
Smiles all around !!
Enjoy :)

jean paul

vety nice composition...tfs

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