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Discussion in 'Alley of Dangerous Angles' started by Cúchulainn, Jan 16, 2007.

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  1. Harbourboy

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    That Darth Vader gargoyle sounds like the coolest thing ever.
     
    Harbourboy, Jan 20, 2007
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  2. Nakia

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    It is normally Roman Catholic and maybe Anglican churches that use this type of thing. Why they still use them I have no idea but I too like that Darth Vader gargoyle.

    I fantasize this happening a thousand years from now:

    Tour Guide:
    As we explore these ruins you will see some strange artifacts. Based on historically records experts believe that at one time our ancestors worshipped a man put to death on a cross. If you look to the left you will see a strange looking head. It is believed that this may represent some demon believed to be involved in this crucifixion. (Points to Darth Vader head)...
     
    Nakia, Jan 20, 2007
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    You could be right, Star Wars lasting a few thousand years but I think Nakia is probably closer.

    Harbourboy, did you check out the link? Neat design and idea by a Ntl Geographic winner. Never would have thought it would be picked. Give it up for open minded judges.

    @Gnarfflinger, hit the link and read. revmaf found something really different.
     
    Old One, Jan 21, 2007
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  4. revmaf

    revmaf Older, not wiser, but a lot more fun

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    Old One, yeah, Nakia is probably right. Just playing with the idea.
     
    revmaf, Jan 29, 2007
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    The darth vader gargoyle sounds very tacky to me.
     
    Cúchulainn, Jan 29, 2007
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  6. Nakia

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    :confused: More tacky then the Sheela? Must say I prefer Darth Vader.

    But then I'm a Star Wars nut. The Force be with you.
     
    Nakia, Jan 29, 2007
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    somehow i doubt your church in utah is an old european one, so it might explain it :p
     
    Equester, Jan 30, 2007
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    Errr... it's not quite normal for old European churches to have displays of nudity. :p Not like you don't have plenty of it in some cases, but there's no focus on genital organs. :p That's quite alien to Christianity, I believe. :p

    And Darth Vader is too old for that. You know, it was so many thousand years away, in a galaxy far far away. :shake: Okay, okay, I know you weren't talking about Vader, but still couldn't resist the joke. :D
     
    chevalier, Feb 1, 2007
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    actually it is quite normal for the oldest churches to have nudity and heathen statues, since the oldest are converted roman/greek temples. later on the chatholic church slabed leafs over the male genitals, but the nudity is still there.

    so while the focus never has been on the nudity you can find a lot of it in old churches.
     
    Equester, Feb 1, 2007
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