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The Light


The Light
Photo Information
Copyright: Marcel J Duis (Marcel_XII) (81)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2007-12-10
Categories: Architecture
Exposure: f/3.5, 1/10 seconds
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2007-12-11 2:48
Viewed: 524
Points: 6
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
This is the floor of the Honan Chapel of University Collge Cork. It reflects elements of both pagan and Christian spirituality. The mosaic images contrast with conventional Christian motifs. Although animal imagery is a central aspect of pagan spirituality, the floor expresses Christian beliefs through symbols which have meanings within both traditions. The chapel floor is as much a celebration of Nature as a tribute to its Creator. At the entrance of the chapel, the floor is decorated with a radiating sun surrounded by the twelve astrological signs. The astrological signs on the chapel floor reflect the central role of nature in pagan spirituality. Although astrology is associated with pre-Christian beliefs, the astrological signs were commonly used in mediaeval churches to represent the heavens and the cosmos as a whole. The Honan Chapel celebrates the unique nature of Irish spirituality and of Irish artistic tradition. Paradise is depicted as being distinctly Irish; the landscape is lush and gentle, and shamrocks proliferate.

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  • jone Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor [C: 2235 W: 172 N: 0] (28820)
  • [2007-12-11 2:54]

Hi Marcel ;)
great idea...wonderful photo, Compliments,
Best regards,
J ;)

Hi Marcel,
Meaningful,wonderful shot....
Nice colours and good job...
thanks for sharing.
M.D.seyfettin Güner

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  • mbrito Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1626 W: 118 N: 2805] (11304)
  • [2007-12-11 14:07]

Hi Marcel, beautifull photo you've here.
Great composition, and an amazing light. If God is light I believe He was coming in the church.
Congratulations, mb

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