Propagation Collection

Supersonic shock waves, Schlieren image
Supersonic shock waves. Schlieren image showing the shock wave created by a supersonic jet flying in front of the Sun. Schlieren imaging is a method used to visualise density variations in

Missionary Society Seal
Seal of the Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts ; the banner above the ship is a plea for a safe passage

Red mangrove (Rhizophora mangle) propagules / plantlets which become fully mature plants before dropping off the parent tree to drift away and establish a new tree. Bahamas

Transplanting seedlings with a machine is good, propaganda poster from the Chinese Cultural Revolution
RDA78536 Transplanting seedlings with a machine is good, propaganda poster from the Chinese Cultural Revolution, 1970 (colour litho) by Chinese School (20th century) ; Private Collection; (add.info)

Red mangrove (Rhizophora mangle) propagules / plantlets which become fully mature plants before dropping off the parent tree to drift away and establish a new tree. Bahamas

Four Japanese children - Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts Date: circa 1910

Pounding corn in Korea - Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts Date: circa 1910

Korean children at play in the street - Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts Date: circa 1910

Japanese pilgrims with hats, gongs and rosaries - Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts Date: circa 1910

Three Japanese farmers - the man on the right is holding the large radish from which the famous Japanese pickle is made - Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts Date: circa 1910

Chinese workmen at tiffin (a light afternoon snack) - Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts Date: circa 1910

Hear No Evil, Speak No Evil, See No Evil, Nikko, Japan
Hear No Evil, Speak No Evil, See No Evil (Three Wise Monkeys), oak carving outside a Shinto stable, Nikko, Japan - Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts Date: circa 1910

Church at Kanghoa, Korea
Church at Kanghoa (Kanghwa), Korea - Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts Date: circa 1910

Chingenji, Nikko, Japan, a favourite summer resort - Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts Date: circa 1910

Missionary School for Chinese Boys
A Missionary School for Chinese Boys - Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts Date: circa 1910

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Su Lin resting at 48lbs Giant Panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca) Giant Panda Research station, San Diego Zoo, California. Born 8/2/05 at San Diego Zoo Date: 30/07/2007

SPG Missionary Exhibition, Brighton Dome, Sussex
SPG (Society for the Propagation of the Gospel) Missionary Exhibition, Brighton Dome, Sussex -- two women at the Melanesia table, with a native hut, artefacts, books and portraits of clergymen

The Propagation of Christianity (fresco)
704315 The Propagation of Christianity (fresco) by Minardi, Tommaso (1787-1871); Palazzo del Quirinale, Rome, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts (engraving)
1101210 Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The House of the Society for the Propagation of the Gospel, Duke Street, Westminster (engraving)
5204683 The House of the Society for the Propagation of the Gospel, Duke Street, Westminster (engraving) by English School

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Illustration of scion inserted in rootstock of avocado plant (grafting), close-up

Teak planting, Malaysia C013 / 4607
Teak planting, YSG Biotech, Sabah, Malaysia. Four-month old teak plantlets are planted at a nursery. These plants were grown from cloned tissue samples

Teak cloning, Malaysia
Teak cloning, YSG Biotech, Sabah, Malaysia

Teak cloning C013 / 4605
Teak cloning, YSG Biotech, Sabah, Malaysia. The teak plantlets are prepared for shipping by trimming tissue callus and placing them in a strile container

Teak cloning C013 / 4604
Teak cloning, YSG Biotech, Sabah, Malaysia. The teak plantlets are prepared for shipping by trimming tissue callus and placing them in a strile container

Angelica seeds in palm of hand below dried flower cluster

Cutting back flowers and leaves using clippers with wide rusting blades

Hand holding two plastic test tubes containing soil, matching them against a pH colour chart

Inpatients at the Chin Chun Hospital, Korea run by the S. P. G
Inpatients at the Chin Chun Hospital, Korea run by the S.P.G. (Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts). Date: circa 1910s

Two Chinese Mandarins - China
Two Chinese Mandarins (High-level Government Bureaucrats) - China Date: circa 1907

Women taking tea, Nak Tong Mission, Seoul, Korea
Korean and western women having tea outside the Nak Tong Mission House, Seoul, Korea. The western women are missionary teachers from the Society for the Propagation of the Gospel (SPG)

Gardener inside vegetables greenhouse made of glass and metal frame, side view

Foliage of assorted green plants growing in garden

Illustration, colourful selection of flowering potted plants

Illustration, tree, shrub and blooming flowerbeds in garden corner, including orange, yellow, blue and purple flowers, elevated view

Illustration of a greenhouse

Two Female Missionaries in China and local converts, both young and old(er). Possibly from the S.P.G. (Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts). Date: 1913

China - Christian Clergyman Rev. John Kao (Shantung Diocese)
China - A superb portrait of Clergyman Rev. John Kao (Shantung Diocese). The S.P.G. (Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts) sent its first missionary to China in 1863 Date

S. P. G. Christian Graduates at Kobe, Japan
S.P.G. (Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts) Christian Graduates at Kobe, Japan Date: 1910s

South Korea - Ganghwa Island - The S. P. G. Mission House
South Korea - The S.P.G. (Society for the Propagation of the Gospel in Foreign Parts) Mission House at Ganghwa (Kang Hoa) Island, Korea. Date: circa 1910s

Selection of plants for sale in garden in front of old stone wall credit: Marie-Louise Avery / thePictureKitchen / TopFoto

Plastic propagator using LED lights, Todmorden, West Yorkshire, England, April

Gardeners at work. The man on the left is using a sharp knife, perhaps to remove a bud for grafting, while the man on the rights is grafting new wood on to the stump of a tree

Bag of Potatoes

Person removing anthers from yellow tomato flower, close-up

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"Propagation: Unveiling the Invisible Forces and Cultural Diversity" Supersonic shock waves reverberate through the air, captured in a mesmerizing Schlieren image. As we delve into the concept of propagation, we uncover a tapestry woven with intriguing hints from around the world. The Missionary Society Seal symbolizes the tireless efforts to propagate faith across borders, transcending language and culture. Just like red mangrove propagules that transform into majestic plants, their mission is to nurture growth and maturity. In Japan, four children embody innocence and joy as they playfully explore their surroundings. Meanwhile, in Korea, pounding corn becomes an art form passed down through generations - a testament to how traditions propagate resilience. Japanese pilgrims adorned with hats, gongs, and rosaries embark on spiritual journeys; their devotion echoes through time as they carry forward ancient practices. Three diligent Japanese farmers cultivate crops that will sustain communities for generations to come. Chinese workmen gather at tiffin breaks - moments where camaraderie propagates unity amidst hard labor. And who can forget "Hear No Evil, Speak No Evil, See No Evil" monkeys in Nikko? Their iconic presence reminds us of our responsibility to propagate goodness in all aspects of life. Amidst this rich cultural mosaic stands a church at Kanghoa in Korea - its walls echoing prayers propagated by faithful hearts seeking solace within its embrace. Chingenji temple in Nikko beckons visitors with its serene beauty; here spirituality finds fertile ground for propagation. From supersonic shockwaves to humble plantlets reaching maturity; from playful children on vibrant streets to devoted pilgrims clad in sacred attire – these glimpses remind us that propagation encompasses more than just physical growth or dissemination of ideas. It encapsulates the essence of humanity's interconnectedness and our collective journey towards enlightenment.