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Annual procession of the Holy Blood, Bruges, Belgium
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Annual procession of the Holy Blood, Bruges, Belgium
Annual procession of the Holy Blood, Bruges, Belgium -- supposedly drops of Jesuss blood brought from the Holy Land in 1150 by Theodoric, Count of Flanders, preserved in a chapel in the Grand Place, Bruges, carried through the streets by the bishop and others. Date: 1922
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Annual Belgian Bishop Bishops Blood Bruges Ceremony Drops Formal Mitre Procession Relic Relics Sacred Today Vestments 1922
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This evocative photograph captures the Annual Procession of the Holy Blood in the enchanting city of Bruges, Belgium, in 1922. The Holy Blood is a revered relic believed to be drops of Jesus' blood, brought from the Holy Land in 1150 by Theodoric, Count of Flanders. For over eight centuries, this sacred relic has been preserved in a chapel in the Grand Place, the central square of Bruges. The Annual Procession is a solemn and formal event, steeped in history and religious significance. In this image, we see the bishop and other clergy members, dressed in their ornate vestments, carrying the reliquary containing the Holy Blood through the bustling streets of Bruges. The bishop, wearing a magnificent mitre, leads the procession with a sense of reverence and dignity, as the crowd of people looks on in awe and devotion. The photograph transports us back to the 1920s, a time when the world was changing rapidly but the traditions and rituals of the past remained deeply rooted in communities. The image is a poignant reminder of the power of faith and the enduring allure of the past. The Annual Procession of the Holy Blood is a unique and captivating event that continues to draw visitors to Bruges each year, offering a glimpse into the rich history and religious heritage of this beautiful Belgian city.
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