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Corpus Christi Process
Corpus Christi procession, on Thursday after Trinity, at Fiesole, near Firenze (Italy) Date: 1902
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Christi Corpus Fiesole Firenze Process Procession Processions Thursday Trinity 1902
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This evocative photograph captures the solemn and reverent atmosphere of the Corpus Christi Procession in the picturesque hilltop town of Fiesole, near Florence, Italy, in 1902. The annual Corpus Christi Procession, held on the Thursday after Trinity, is a cherished religious tradition that celebrates the belief in the real presence of the body and blood of Christ in the Eucharist. In this image, the procession makes its way through the narrow, winding streets of Fiesole, with the participants dressed in their finest attire, bearing ornate and intricately decorated reliquaries and banners. The central figure is the monstrance, a vessel used to display the consecrated Host, which is carried aloft, surrounded by a canopy and borne by the priest or a lay brother. The procession is accompanied by the ringing of church bells and the chanting of hymns, creating a profound sense of devotion and awe. The townspeople of Fiesole, dressed in their Sunday best, line the streets to pay their respects and offer their prayers as the procession passes. The sun casts a warm, golden glow over the scene, adding to the sense of serenity and spirituality. The lush, green hills of the Tuscan countryside provide a breathtaking backdrop to this historic event, which has been taking place for centuries. The Corpus Christi Procession is a testament to the deep-rooted faith and traditions of the people of Fiesole and the wider Italian community. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back in time to experience the beauty and solemnity of this cherished religious event.
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