Doctrine Collection (#5)

Defining the doctrine. Illustration shows a young boy labeled Venezuela complaining to Uncle Sam about the presence of a German battleship; Uncle Sam explains to him that the Monroe Doctrine will

The Monroe doctrine - let Sam do it. Illustration shows a resolute Uncle Sam as a soldier with rifle standing on a pile of money bags labeled Financial Interests in South & Central America; sleeping

Concepts / The Cosmos
THE COSMIC TURTLE The Universe as conceived in Hindu doctrine - creation supported by a giant turtle

Involution / Evolution
The Theosophical doctrine of INVOLUTION and EVOLUTION, whereby man rises from the mineral to the spiritual

Mission Dolores, The oldest building in San Francisco founded in 1776, San Franscisco, California, USA ALPHA

Church of Santa Maria la Mayor, Ronda, Andalucia, Spain

View of monastic dwellings in caves (troglodyte dwelling) at Goreme Open Air Museum, Goreme, Cappadocia, Turkey, Europe

Winter in Stowe, Vermont USA

Trinity Church 1877, Copley Square, Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Sri Mariamman Hindu Temple in Chinatown, Singapore, South East Asia

Temple roof detail, Thian Hock Keng Temple, Chinatown, Singapore, South East Asia

Temple detail, Thian Hock Keng Temple, Chinatown, Singapore, South East Asia

Painted temple dooors, Thian Hock Keng Temple, Chinatown, Singapore, South East Asia

Temple in Little India, Singapore, South East Asia

Jabrin, Niswa, Oman, Middle East

Seto Machendranath temple, close to Durbar Square, Kathmandu, Nepal. Pagoda style gilt roofed temple in a monastic courtyard now housing shops and market stalls

A monk walks clockwise around the buddhist stupa called Swayambhu or Swayambhunath, Kathmandu, Nepal

Buddhist stupa lit by candles at night, Bodnath, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Buddist stupa, Bodnath, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

La Badia, San Lorenzo, Cathedral and Campanile, Florence, Italy

A bull cremation sarcophagus, Bali, Indonesia

Jain temple of Adinatha, Ranakpur, Rajasthan, India, Asia

Beautiful mughal frescos on walls of the Juna Mahal Fort, Dungarpur, Rajasthan, India

Shiva Hindu temple and Ahylia Fort Complex on banks of the Narmada River, Maheshwar, Madhya Pradesh, India

Protrait of one of Indias most celebrated 18th centure female rulers, Ahilya Bai Holkar. Maheshwar, Madhya Pradesh, India

View of the Shiva Temple with the Narmada river in background, Maheshwar, Madhya Pradesh, India

Interior of the Church and Convent of St Francis of Assisi, built in 1521 and rebuilt in 1661, Goa, India

Church of St. Francis of Assisi in old Goa, Goa, India

Rock carvings Ajanta Cave complex, Buddhist Temples carved into solid rock dating from the 5th Century BC, Ajanta, Maharastra, India

Statue of the Virgin Mary and the Neues Rathaus, Marienplatz, Munich (Munchen / Muenchen), Bavaria (Bayern), Germany

Colline du Chateau, Nice, Provence, France

Russian Orthodox Cathedral, Nice, Cote d Azur, Provence, France

Bachkovo Monastery Ceiling, Bulgaria

Mural painting in the Church of Narga Selassie, Dek Island on Lake Tana, Ethiopia, Africa

Lalibela church, Bieta Emmanuel, Lalibela, Ethiopia, Africa

Stonehenge, Ancient ruins, Wiltshire, England, UK, Europe

Trinity church, Trinidad, Sancti Spiritus, Cuba

Santa Ana church, Trinidad, Sancti Spiritus, Cuba

St. Michel Cathedral, Brussels, Belgium

Socialist Baptism
A Socialist baptism at Boulogne-sur-Seine, France, where a political doctrine seems to have become a religious one !

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Doctrine is a tapestry of beliefs, traditions, and teachings that shape the spiritual fabric of our world. It encompasses the rich diversity of religious practices and philosophies that have evolved over centuries. As we explore various corners of the globe, from Little India to Kathmandu, Florence to Stonehenge, we encounter captivating glimpses into different doctrines. In Little India's vibrant streets, pictures of Hindu Gods for sale remind us of the intricate mythology and devotion embedded in this ancient religion. The Buddhist stupa known as Boudha at Bodhanath stands tall against Kathmandu's skyline, symbolizing peace and enlightenment through its architectural grandeur. Ramon Llull's Breviculum Codex miniature takes us back in time to medieval Europe when Christian doctrine held sway over intellectual pursuits. Meanwhile, a mural depicting Jesus and Mary in Ethiopia's Church of Ura Kedane Meheriet reflects the enduring influence of Christianity across continents. The Buddhist celebration of Losar brings communities together in joyous festivities as they honor their doctrine with colorful rituals and prayers. Similarly significant gatherings like the Council of Nicaea mark pivotal moments where religious leaders convened to establish fundamental tenets within their respective doctrines. From Florence's breathtaking skyline adorned with magnificent cathedrals to Durbar Square in Bhaktapur showcasing Nepal's cultural heritage, these architectural marvels serve as testaments to human devotion towards their chosen doctrines. Journeying further into history reveals wonders like Ellora Caves' rock-cut temples representing multiple faiths coexisting harmoniously under one roof. Provencetown offers an artistic haven where diverse doctrines find expression through creativity and freedom. Alexander Nevski Cathedral rises majestically amidst Sophia's landscape, reminding us how they are shape entire cities while preserving sacred traditions. And finally, Stonehenge stands stoically on England's soil—an enigmatic testament to an ancient doctrine lost in time yet still captivating our imagination.