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Edinburgh John Knox's House Royal Mile Victorian period
Edinburgh John Knox's House Royal Mile Victorian period
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This Victorian-era photograph, taken from The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online, transports us back in time to Edinburgh's Royal Mile during the late 19th century. The focal point of the image is John Knox's House, a historic landmark deeply rooted in Scotland's rich religious and cultural history. John Knox (1514-1572), a prominent Scottish Reformer, played a pivotal role in the Protestant Reformation in Scotland. Knox's House, located at the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, is a testament to the enduring influence of his teachings on morality and Christian values. In this photograph, the house stands proudly amidst the bustling Victorian street scene, with its distinctive red sandstone facade and tall, narrow windows. The lantern-lit windows create an inviting glow, suggesting that the house is still a place of worship and community. The Victorian period, marked by the reign of Queen Victoria (1837-1901), was a time of significant social and cultural change in Scotland. The Temperance Movement, which advocated for the reduction of alcohol consumption, was particularly influential during this era. The presence of a temperance banner in the photograph underscores the moral and religious underpinnings of the period. The Bible, a symbol of the Christian faith, is visible in the hands of a woman in the foreground, further emphasizing the religious significance of the scene. The Edwardian-era attire of the people in the photograph adds to the vintage charm of the image, transporting us to a time when faith, morality, and community were at the heart of everyday life on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh.
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