#catholic abbey

[bowelfly]

Brothers Ignatz and Gregor getting all the love in the monestary. Father Aelfred must be proud (or whatever you have the Abbot named as)

i haven't settled on a name for him but he is at least blissfully unaware of the internet's obsession with the goofball monks under his care

[meriol-lehmann]

abbaye de pontigny

[angeltreasure]

St. Michael’s Abbey

Can we just take a moment to admire the beauty of this place?

[appreciate-your-bones]

So I’m on the third season of downton abbey. I’ve scrolled through the tag. I’ve gotten a couple things spoiled. I assumed I would have seen any posts about major character death.

Sybil’s death took me COMPLETELY off guard what the FUCK. I was crying so hard it’s not even funny I fully could not see my screen at points.

[incomingalbatross]

Literature connected to Whitby:

Dracula by Bram Stoker

Marmion by Sir Walter Scott (sort of—he took the abbey's name and its founder's and transferred them to Lindisfarne)

The Ecclesiastical History of the English People by the Venerable Bede (the Synod of Whitby is the climax of the history's third volume)

Caedmon's Hymn (probably the oldest surviving English poem, composed at Whitby)

[k-i-l-l-e-r-b-e-e-6-9]

Red Hot Chili Peppers - Catholic School Girls Rule

[frommidgardwithlove]

Our Lady of Clear Creek Abbey

Hulbert, OK

[ghoul-night]

Villers-La-Ville, Belgium

Please credit

[tmarshconnors]

Cardinal Wolsey: A Life In 9 Artworks

I won't lie I love history and I have been re-watching a lot of the Tudors which brought on the inspiration for this blog.

So Cardinal Wolsey’s life, marked by immense power and ultimate downfall, has inspired numerous artworks.

These pieces offer a visual chronicle of his journey from glory to despair, allowing modern viewers to witness pivotal moments of his life.

This artwork marks Wolsey’s early rise, depicting his procession to Westminster Hall in 1515 when he became a cardinal. Gilbert, fascinated by Wolsey, frequently revisited his life in art, capturing significant moments. In this piece, Wolsey holds a pomander, reflecting his historical concern with disease prevention.

This painting highlights the close relationship between Wolsey and King Henry VIII. The Cardinal appears focused and diligent beside a relaxed and trusting Henry, illustrating their bond during Wolsey's height of influence.

This detailed artwork portrays the grand summit between England and France in 1520, organized by Wolsey. Though the scene is a composite, it captures the event’s opulence. Wolsey, depicted modestly beside King Henry, orchestrated this massive and ultimately politically futile event.

This piece illustrates the intense rivalry between Wolsey and Buckingham, culminating in the Duke’s execution in 1521. Gilbert captures their mutual animosity in a chance encounter, with expressive faces revealing their deep-seated hatred.

Lucas’s painting reflects Wolsey’s fall from grace. Depicted with King Henry and Thomas Cramner, Wolsey’s sorrow is palpable as he faces his downfall, highlighted by the ominous presence of a raven, symbolizing his imminent demise.

A satirical take on Wolsey’s forced resignation in 1529, this drawing shows him tearfully handing over the Great Seal. Originally intended for humour, it underscores the poignancy of his loss of power and favour with the King.

Depicting Wolsey’s final moments in 1530, this engraving shows him surrounded by loyal companions at Leicester Abbey. Cavendish, his faithful servant, is depicted weeping at his side, highlighting the Cardinal’s tragic end.

This simple sketch from Wolsey’s biography captures his solemn burial at Leicester Abbey. Despite the crude execution, it serves as a historical record of his final resting place, though its exact location remains a mystery.

In this compilation of eminent British figures, Wolsey is honoured alongside historical greats. Created 150 years after his death, this miniature portrayal underscores his lasting significance in English history.

These nine artworks encapsulate Cardinal Wolsey’s dramatic life, from his meteoric rise to his tragic fall, immortalizing his legacy in vivid detail. I honestly find him a fascinating character of history.

BONUS!

Cardinal Wolsey Statue Historical landmark in Ipswich, England.

[lutnistas]

Maria Laach Benedictine Abbey ( Glees / Germany )

[royllowarch]

Bath Abbey (Explore) by Roy Llowarch Via Flickr: Bath Abbey is a parish church of the Church of England and former Benedictine monastery in Bath, Somerset, England. Founded in the 7th century, it was reorganised in the 10th century and rebuilt in the 12th and 16th centuries; major restoration work was carried out by Sir George Gilbert Scott in the 1860s. It is one of the largest examples of Perpendicular Gothic architecture in the West Country. The medieval abbey church served as a sometime cathedral of a bishop. After long contention between churchmen in Bath and Wells the seat of the Diocese of Bath and Wells was later consolidated at Wells Cathedral. The Benedictine community was dissolved in 1539 during the Dissolution of the Monasteries. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bath_Abbey

[postcard-from-the-past]

Chapel of the St. Michel Catholic boarding school in the Langonnet Abbey, Brittany region of France

French vintage postcard, mailed in 1906 to Paris

[tinyshe]

Follow along with "The Great Fast" Lenten Program at - https://theabbotscircle.com/the-great... 0:00 - Our Attitute Towards Fasting 1:20 - A Great Feast Needs Great Fasting 2:16 - St Norbert & Fasting in an Abbey 3:39 - Lent Is A Special Time 4:35 - Is Fasting Too Hard? The Norbertine Canons of St. Michael's Abbey have created this digital Lenten retreat so that you can journey through this holy season alongside them. Sign up to receive daily reflections and weekly videos highlighting the beauty, and spiritual treasures of lent. To join the Abbot's Circle visit: https://www.theabbotscircle.com To request a Mass visit: https://stmichaelsabbey.com/mass-requ... To submit a prayer request visit: https://stmichaelsabbey.com/prayer-re...

[triviareads]

I was rewatching The West Wing when I remembered Jed Bartlet nearly became a Catholic priest but then met his future wife and decided against that path for obvious reasons.

[thoumpingground]

My favourite bit in Northanger Abbey as a non-british person is Henry scolding Cathy about her theories with: "Men don't murder their wives here! That sort of thing only happens in France or Italy! We're Christian, and English!"

The way I audably cackled. Henry, my dear, my darling, my all. What do you mean? English christianity was *born* off spousal abuse! Does Henry VIII ring any bells?

Seriously, Henry "the Wife Beheader" VIII's thirst with Anne Boleyn is like, the second most widely known fact about the English monarchy. It's not even history anymore, it's pop culture. Granted, I don't know what the narrative was on the 1790's, but I kind of doubt that take even had the time to age poorly. It's just bad, you look silly.

Henry, we all love you, we get that you're mad, but your lack of self-awareness about it *your own field of work* is very unsexy.

[love-from-belle]

This has got to be sarcasm. Right?

No one could be this stupid. RIGHT?

Lecture slides that make you start collecting wikipedia links