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Rock Of Ages Collection

Amidst the rolling hills of Somerset, stands the majestic Rock of Ages at Burrington Combe, a natural wonder that has inspired awe and reflection for centuries

Background imageRock Of Ages Collection: Rock of Ages, [American Falls, Niagara], between 1890 and 1899. Creator: William H. Jackson

Rock of Ages, [American Falls, Niagara], between 1890 and 1899. Creator: William H. Jackson
Rock of Ages, [American Falls, Niagara], between 1890 and 1899

Background imageRock Of Ages Collection: Rock of Ages at Burrington Combe, Somerset

Rock of Ages at Burrington Combe, Somerset
A GWR Publicity image of the Rock of Ages at Burrington Combe limestone gorge in the Mendip Hills in Somerset, c.1930. This heavily scarred geological feature is thought to have inspired the hymn of

Background imageRock Of Ages Collection: Memorial erected at Broad Hembury to the Memory of the Reverend A M Toplady

Memorial erected at Broad Hembury to the Memory of the Reverend A M Toplady
1598429 Memorial erected at Broad Hembury to the Memory of the Reverend A M Toplady, who wrote " Rock of Ages" (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Background imageRock Of Ages Collection: Disciples catching the mantle - the Spirit of Darkness overshadowing the Priests of Baal

Disciples catching the mantle - the Spirit of Darkness overshadowing the Priests of Baal
2494876 Disciples catching the mantle - the Spirit of Darkness overshadowing the Priests of Baal, pub. 1808 (hand coloured etching) by Gillray

Background imageRock Of Ages Collection: Rock of Ages, Burrington Combe (coloured photo)

Rock of Ages, Burrington Combe (coloured photo)
3642721 Rock of Ages, Burrington Combe (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rock of Ages, Burrington Combe)

Background imageRock Of Ages Collection: State mining, c. 1828 (litho)

State mining, c. 1828 (litho)
AQS332008 State mining, c.1828 (litho) by American School, (19th century); 23.1x32 cm; American Antiquarian Society, Worcester, Massachusetts

Background imageRock Of Ages Collection: Disciples catching the mantle - the Spirit of Darkness overshadowing the Priests of Baal, 1808

Disciples catching the mantle - the Spirit of Darkness overshadowing the Priests of Baal, 1808
Disciples catching the mantle - the Spirit of Darkness overshadowing the Priests of Baal, pub. 1808 (hand coloured etching)

Background imageRock Of Ages Collection: USA, Oregon. Rock of Ages Arch in Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Credit as

USA, Oregon. Rock of Ages Arch in Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Credit as: Steve Terrill / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont(Large format sizes available)



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Amidst the rolling hills of Somerset, stands the majestic Rock of Ages at Burrington Combe, a natural wonder that has inspired awe and reflection for centuries. Memories of the past intertwine with the present as we recall the Reverend A.M. Toplady, who penned the hymn "Rock of Ages" in the shadow of this very rock. The spirit of darkness may overshadow the priests of Baal, but the faith of the Disciples remains unwavering, as depicted in this 1808 engraving. The passage of time, symbolized by the state mining in 1828, has only served to deepen the significance of this sacred place. Fast forward to the present day, and the Rock of Ages continues to captivate us, as seen in this vibrant colored photograph. And while the landscape may change, the power of nature and the enduring message of faith remain constant. From the verdant hills of Somerset to the Columbia River Gorge in the United States, the Rock of Ages stands as a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.