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Coffin lid, Church of St Sithney, Sithney, Cornwall. April 1935
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Coffin lid, Church of St Sithney, Sithney, Cornwall. April 1935
The granite lid of a coffin with flared Latin cross resting against the inside of the North wall. Said to be the coffin of the founder of the 13th century Priory of St John of Sithney parish. Photographer: Herbert Hughes
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This print transports us back to the quaint village of Sithney in Cornwall, April 1935. Standing proudly against the weathered North wall of the Church of St Sithney is a remarkable granite coffin lid, adorned with a beautifully flared Latin cross. This ancient relic is said to be none other than the final resting place of the revered founder of the 13th century Priory of St John. As we gaze upon this solemn slab, we are reminded not only of its historical significance but also its profound religious symbolism. The Latin cross, representing Christ's sacrifice and redemption, serves as a poignant reminder of faith and devotion that has stood steadfast for centuries within these hallowed walls. Photographed by Herbert Hughes, this image captures both the physical grandeur and spiritual weight carried by this burial slab. Its rough-hewn texture tells tales untold while bearing witness to countless generations who have sought solace within these sacred grounds. Intriguingly preserved at Royal Cornwall Museum, this photograph invites us to reflect on our own mortality and contemplate how religion has shaped communities throughout time. It serves as a testament to human resilience and enduring spirituality that continues to bind us across generations. Let us honor those who came before us as we marvel at this tangible link between past and present—a powerful reminder that even in death, their legacy lives on through faith and remembrance.
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