Non Christian Collection (#4)

Portrait of a man reading the Torah, Jewish community of Cochin, state of Kerala India State of Kerala, Cochin. Date of Photograph:1965

Temple of Jain, Calcutta, state of Bengal India State of Bengal, Calcutt, Temple of Jain Temple Buddhist Art, India, Asia, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1965

A town on the incline of Nemrut Dagi, the highest relief of northern Mesopotamia Turkey. Date of Photograph:1976

The Banyan tree, "tree of wisdom", Jaipur, state of Rajasthan India State of Rajasthan, Jaipur, Banyan tree, tree of wisdom. Date of Photograph:1965

Mahatma Gandhi's Shrine in New Delhi, the place where the body of the Mahatma was cremated after being killed in pistol shots on the evening of January 30, 1948 India New Delhi

Ruins of the fortified city of Chittorgarh, capital of the Sisodia Rajput dynasty, region of Mewar, state of Rajasthan India State of Rajasthan, region of Mewar, Chittogarh Fortified City India

Portrait of a man playing a horn, Jewish community of Cochin, state of Kerala India State of Kerala, Cochin. Date of Photograph:1965

The Char Minar, symbol of the city of Hyderabad, state of Andhra Pradesh India State of Andhra Pradesh, Hyderabad, Char Minar Minaret Islamic Art, India, Asia, First and Second Millennium A.D

Taj Mahal, Agra, state of Uttar Pradesh India State of Uttar Pradesh, Agra, Taj Mahal Mausoleum Moghul, India, Asia, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1965

Bird's eye view of the Taj Mahal, Agra, state of Uttar Pradesh India State of Uttar Pradesh, Agra, Taj Mahal Mausoleum Moghul, India, Asia, First and Second Millennium A.D

Aerial view of the Etruscan necropolis of Cerveteri Cerveteri. Date of Photograph:1975

The Buddhist temple of Mahabodhi, state of Bihar India State of Bihar Temple India, Asia, Ancient Civilization. Date of Photograph:1965. Date of Artwork:250 a.C

View of the Meenakshi or Minaski temple in Madurai, state of Tamil Nadu India State of Tamil Nadu, Madurai Temple Hindu Art, India, Asia, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1965

View of the temples built in honor of Shiva and Parvati, Madurai, state of Tamil Nadu India State of Tamil Nadu, Madurai Temple Hindu Art, India, Asia, First and Second Millennium A.D

Sacred places and places of prayer, Dravidian tribe of Toda located in the Nilghiri Mountains, Northern India India Nilghiri Mountains. Date of Photograph:1965

Tomb of a saintly man honored by the local fishermen. Gesira Island. Somalia Somalia Gesira Island. Date of Photograph:1973

Segesta temple, aerial view Calatafimi Temple Classical, Greek Art, Greece, Europe, Ancient Civilization. Date of Photograph:1970. Date of Artwork:430 - 400

Kobe. Abandoned cemetery in the woods of the hills above Kobe Japan. Date of Photograph:1974

Aerial view of the Segesta temple Calatafimi Temple Classical, Greek Art, Greece, Europe, Ancient Civilization. Date of Photograph:1970. Date of Artwork:430 - 400

Kyoto. Temple of Nembutsuji (at the foot of the mountain Atagoyama). Graveyard of unborn children Japan. Date of Photograph:1974

Huang-Tcheu, inside an ancient Buddist temple, 1969 China. Date of Photograph:1969

Mole Antonelliana, Turin Turin Exhibit Center, Synagogue Eclecticism, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1974. Date of Artwork:1862 - 1889

Kyoto. Polychromed votive offerings of paper flowers, outside a Shinto temple Japan. Date of Photograph:1974

Kyoto. Small Shinto temple in Kyoto forests Japan. Date of Photograph:1974

Kyoto. Zen temple of Ryoanji. The roof of the main building in the woods surrounded by autumn colors Japan. Date of Photograph:1974

Tokyo. Public place of prayer and offering Japan. Date of Photograph:1974

Tokyo. Place of offering to the Shinto cult Japan. Date of Photograph:1974

The Temple of Heaven in the winter, Peking (Beijing) China Peking-Beijing Temple Ming Dynasty, China, Asia, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1969. Date of Artwork:1420

The Temple of Heaven in the winter light, 1969, Peking (Beijing) China Peking-Beijing Temple Ming Dynasty, China, Asia, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1969. Date of Artwork:1420

Tomb of Matteo Ricci and other Jesuits arrived in China, 2005, Beijing (Peking), China China Beijing - Peking Monumental Tomb China, Asia, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:2005

Southern India. Archeological complex at Mahabalipuram India Tamil Nadu/Mahabalipuram. Date of Photograph:1967

Bangkok, Thailand Thailand Bangkok. Date of Photograph:1957

The spiral minaret of Samarra, Iraq Iraq. Date of Photograph:1966

Buddhist Temple. Date of Photograph:1984

Pre-Columbian pyramid at Chichen Itza in Mexico Mexico Chichen Itza. Date of Photograph:10/1984

The Jewish cemetry in Prague, in the Czech Republic Czech Republic Prague, Jewish cemetry. Date of Photograph:1991

The Old Jewish Cemetery in Prague Czech Republic Prague. Date of Photograph:1991

Bench in front of the Temple of Heaven in Peking, China China Peking Temple Ming Dynasty, China, Asia, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1979. Date of Artwork:1420

Scene of a temple sacrifice, drawing by Sandro Botticelli, in the Gabinetto dei Disegni e delle Stampe, Uffizi Gallery, Florence Florence Uffizi Gallery

Necropolis in Tener desert, Sahara Africa Sahara. Date of Photograph:12/1977

Church of the Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem. Etching by Stelzner Engraving Arts and handicrafts of XIX century, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Baalbek. Etching by Bernatz et alii Engraving Arts and handicrafts of XIX century, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1868 ca

St. James. Etching by Bernatz et alii Engraving Arts and handicrafts of XIX century, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1868 ca

The tomb of Absalom and Siloan. Etching by Bernatz et alii Engraving Arts and handicrafts of XIX century, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Bethesda. Etching by Bernatz et alii Engraving Arts and handicrafts of XIX century, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D.. Date of Photograph:1868 ca

The Pyramids of Giza. Etching by Bernatz et alii Engraving Arts and handicrafts of XIX century, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Bicocca Ossuary, work designed by Luigi Broggi and built on the site of the battle between the Piemontese and the Austrians on 23 March 1849 Novara. Date of Photograph:1915-1920 ca

Marriage of the Virgin, oil on panel, Raphael Sanzio (1483-1520), The Brera Picture Gallery, Milan Milan The Brera Picture Gallery Painting High Renaissance, Renaissance

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Non-Christian Traditions: A Glimpse into Diverse Spiritual Practices" From the intricate etching of St. James to the awe-inspiring Church of the Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem, we embark on a journey beyond Christianity's realm. Delve into a world where muezzins' calls echo from minarets, summoning devoted followers to prayer. Witness the solemnity and reverence of a Chinese Funeral Procession captured in an engraving, as mourners pay their respects to departed loved ones. In Japan, experience the joyous presentation of a newborn babe at a Shin-to Temple, celebrating new life amidst ancient customs. Marvel at Brazil's Coroados tribe worshipping the Sun with fervor and devotion—an enchanting scene etched onto paper. However, not all practices are serene; delve into history with an engraving depicting Khond Human Sacrifice—a reminder that spiritual beliefs can take diverse forms. The enigmatic "Tall White Devil" engraving sparks curiosity about unfamiliar rituals and traditions that transcend our understanding. Witness how cultures bring back souls through clothes on bamboo or offer sacrifices to gods who preside over kitchens—rituals steeped in symbolism and belief systems unique to each community. Discover Kwan-Ti, God of War depicted in an engraving—a testament to faith's multifaceted nature across different pantheons worldwide. Lastly, observe a Taoist Priest from Tali engrossed in sacred rituals—reminding us that spirituality knows no boundaries or borders. These captivating images invite us to appreciate humanity's rich tapestry by exploring non-Christian traditions around the globe. They remind us that while our paths may differ, there is beauty and wisdom waiting within every culture's spiritual practices—the key lies in embracing diversity with open hearts and minds.