Notre Dame in Black and White
I was going through my photos from Montreal and found this one. It’s hard to believe that I haven’t posted this. I found Mary’s halo of stars quite interesting. I’ve not seen a great number of Catholic churches – I mean, I’ve been to Italy and seen more than my share – but I’ve not seen a church with a facade that looks like this. It’s simple and beautiful, and Mary has stars. I’m sorry. I can’t get over this. Does anyone know what it means?
Try google! I’m sure you’ll find the answers there.
October 23, 2010 at 10:11 pm
I tried and got a bunch of lame answers. I rephrased a few times and then gave up. I still love the shot, though my curiosity is piqued.
October 24, 2010 at 10:21 am
This is an awfully impressive building and a great shot. As for the stars, I know there is a passage in Revelation that says something about a woman with 12 stars on her head. I don’t remember if that particular passage was referencing Mary, but there may be some connection there.
October 24, 2010 at 7:31 am
Thanks for the nice words. I’ll have to check out that passage.
October 24, 2010 at 10:22 am
I don’t know what the stars mean, but you have an interesting angle and it’s really great in B&W. Nice!
October 24, 2010 at 7:36 pm
Apparently, it may be a reference to a line in Revelation, the apocalyptic book in the Bible. Thanks for the nice words.
October 24, 2010 at 9:02 pm
I just sent you an email with the explanation.
October 25, 2010 at 6:37 am