Sacred Collection (page 5)

Bayaderes, Temple dancers, performing, accompanied by male musicians. Hand-coloured lithograph from L'Inde
545023 Bayaderes, Temple dancers, performing, accompanied by male musicians. Hand-coloured lithograph from L'Inde francaise, Paris, 1828.; Universal History Archive/UIG

North-east view of the back of the original altar of St. Bartholomew the Greater, built 1102
FLO5000254 North-east view of the back of the original altar of St. Bartholomew the Greater, built 1102. Door to carnel house at right

Bernardino de Rebolledo y Villamizar, Earl of Rebolledo & Gref of German Sacred Empire
3473252 Bernardino de Rebolledo y Villamizar, Earl of Rebolledo & Gref of German Sacred Empire, after an etching in Retratos de Los Espanoles Ilustres, Madrid, Spain, pub

Painting depicting the sacred city of Varanasi and the River Ganges
3521240 Painting depicting the sacred city of Varanasi and the River Ganges; (add.info.: Painting depicting the sacred city of Varanasi and the River Ganges)

Sunday morning on the Union Pacific Railroad. Singing hymns and sacred songs around the harmonium
530771 Sunday morning on the Union Pacific Railroad. Singing hymns and sacred songs around the harmonium. Wood engraving published London 1875.; Universal History Archive/UIG

Masterpiece of goldsmith's art: silver-gilt, rock crystal and precious stones
542943 Masterpiece of goldsmith's art: silver-gilt, rock crystal and precious stones. 15th century (sacred vessel, Portugal); Universal History Archive/UIG

Morai or sacred cemetery on Kauai, Hawaii, Atooi. Handcoloured copperplate engraved by Bernieri after John Webber
FLO4624612 Morai or sacred cemetery on Kauai, Hawaii, Atooi. Handcoloured copperplate engraved by Bernieri after John Webber from Giulio Ferrario's Ancient

Interior of a Morai or sacred cemetery on Kauai, Hawaii, Atooi. Interior of a long house or mana in the heiau (morai)
FLO4624572 Interior of a Morai or sacred cemetery on Kauai, Hawaii, Atooi. Interior of a long house or mana in the heiau (morai) at Waimea with carved representations of the gods

Ran Himemiya
KOIKI

Painting depicting the sacred city of Varanasi and the River Ganges
3521239 Painting depicting the sacred city of Varanasi and the River Ganges; (add.info.: Painting depicting the sacred city of Varanasi and the River Ganges)

Chalice and Monstrance, vessels for containing the wine and bread of the Mass, church plate
542940 Chalice and Monstrance, vessels for containing the wine and bread of the Mass, church plate. 16th century (sacred vessel, Portugal); Universal History Archive/UIG

Epilepsy, a subject suffering from a typical Grand Mal attack in which he has bitten his tongue
527399 Epilepsy, a subject suffering from a typical Grand Mal attack in which he has bitten his tongue. In ancient times it was known as the Sacred Disease. Julius Caesar suffered epileptic seizures

Talung Monastery is the most sacred in all Sikkim, being packed with objects of veneration and antiquity
5314803 Talung Monastery is the most sacred in all Sikkim, being packed with objects of veneration and antiquity, india 1900 (photo) by Unknown photographer

Zuni Indians performing a sacred dance
5307564 Zuni Indians performing a sacred dance.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Zuni Indians performing a sacred dance, possibly to bring rain)

The exterior of the Wailing Wall, 1865
1574851 The exterior of the Wailing Wall, 1865; (add.info.: The exterior of the Wailing Wall also know as Haram-Ash-Sharif wailing place of the Jews)

Still life with violin and angel
Andrey Morozov

Great Buddha
Marco Tagliarino

The Blazing soul of Sakartvelo
Ruslan Bolgov

Indian Garden
Jota de jai

Strandarkirkja
Wave Faber

St. Johns Cathedral London
Rolf Gasser

St. Johns London
Rolf Gasser

Sunset in Venice
Alla Simacheva

Black Church
Eugenio Pastor Benjumeda

Sita ji Swaymvar
Mirza Baig

Perspective
Fernando Silveira

Toledo Cathedral Reflection
Dario Puebla

"Purgatorium"
Filippo Manini

Here to Stay
Thomas de Franzoni

Celestial arch
Linda Wride

Mayan relief from a temple in Mexico, circa 900 AD
2910697 Mayan relief from a temple in Mexico, circa 900 AD.; Universal History Archive/UIG

The Druid's Last Sacrifice, 1850
3330000 The Druid's Last Sacrifice, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving titled The Druid's Last Sacrifice'. Depicted are priests who are about to sacrifice a virgin princess to bring back favour)

Le mystere de la vengeance de Notre Seigneur (Story of the Vengeance of our Lord)
542934 Le mystere de la vengeance de Notre Seigneur (Story of the Vengeance of our Lord, Jesus Christ) medieval French mystery play based around the destruction of Jerusalem during the Jewish War of

Musical notation. 10th century (manuscript)
528012 Musical notation. 10th century (manuscript); (add.info.: First page of Notker's Easter Sequence, Laudes Salvatori showing Neums notation for Gregorian chant)

Silver chalice, church plate. 13th century (sacred vessel, Portugal)
542941 Silver chalice, church plate. 13th century (sacred vessel, Portugal); Universal History Archive/UIG

Page of music decorated with initial letter O enclosing monks chanting from an antiphonal
528010 Page of music decorated with initial letter O enclosing monks chanting from an antiphonal. 13th-14th century (music manuscript from the Montpellier Codex of the Notre Dame (Old French)

Views in China: tombs of the Emperors of the Ming Dynasty, at Nankin, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
Views in China: tombs of the Emperors of the Ming Dynasty, at Nankin, 1864. Engraving from a sketch by Mr. F. L. Bedwell, of a View of the Tombs of the Ming dynasty of Chinese Emperors

Ganges pilgrims passing a ghaut, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
Ganges pilgrims passing a ghaut, [India], 1864. The road between Allahabad and Benares is literally crowded with pilgrims to the sacred river...They are coming from, or going to

Musical notation. 10th century (manuscript of Gregorian chant of Tutilo's Trope Hodie Cantandus)
528013 Musical notation. 10th century (manuscript of Gregorian chant of Tutilo's Trope Hodie Cantandus, written in Neums notation which was superseded by Staff notation); (add.info)

Reading the Scriptures (panel)
BON70886 Reading the Scriptures (panel) by Priechenfried, Alois Heinrich (1867-1953); 59x79 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: by Alois Heinrich Priechenfried); Photo © Bonhams, London, UK

Church
Krzysztof Browko

TELLARO SWIRL
Paolo Lazzarotti

Chapel and cottages
Mountains above Val Gardena mountain pass in the Dolomites. Ales Krivec

My Solace
Kapuschinsky

sleeping novice
Marco Tagliarino

Durham cathedral
Tianyuan Sun

Monk in Reading
Nilendu Banerjee

Devotion of Old Priest
SHREENIVAS YENNI

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"Sacred: A Tapestry of Divine Beliefs and Spiritual Traditions" Embark on a journey through the ethereal realms of sacredness, where ancient myths intertwine with devout faiths. In this captivating collection of images, we witness the profound reverence bestowed upon deities from various cultures across Asia. The picture reveals an enchanting scene depicting Hindu gods Laksman, Rama, Sita, and Hanuman. Their divine presence radiates wisdom and protection as they stand united in their eternal bond. The vibrant colors and intricate details reflect the devotion that millions hold for these revered figures. Moving forward, we encounter goddesses Parvati, Lakshmi, and Saraswati gracefully adorning another image. Each embodying unique qualities - Parvati's nurturing nature, Lakshmi's abundance of wealth and prosperity, Saraswati's wisdom in arts and knowledge - they symbolize feminine power at its purest form. A statue captures the essence of Annapurna (Parvati), who selflessly provides nourishment to all beings. This depiction reminds us to appreciate the bountiful gifts bestowed upon us by Mother Earth while inspiring gratitude for sustenance received. Lakshmi sits serenely amidst lotus flowers; her tranquil demeanor represents inner peace attained through spiritual enlightenment. As the consort of Lord Vishnu – guardian of cosmic balance – she embodies wealth not only in material possessions but also in spiritual richness. In Norse mythology stands Yggdrasil - the Tree of Life connecting different realms within existence itself. Its branches reach towards celestial heights while its roots delve deep into earthly foundations—a powerful symbol reminding us that all life is interconnected. Another glimpse takes us to India once more where Krishna and Rada share an everlasting love story transcending time itself. Their divine union serves as a reminder that love knows no boundaries or limitations when guided by spirituality.