The HNDL Piscines, Lourdes, France
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The HNDL Piscines, Lourdes, France
The Piscines (Baths) of The Hospitalite Notre Dame de Lourdes (HNDL) a Roman Catholic religious confraternity under the spiritual authority of the Bishop of Tarbes and Lourdes, France. Date: 1910s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Bath Baths Dame Lourdes Notre Pilgrimage Confraternity Hospitalite
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This evocative photograph captures the serene atmosphere of The Piscines, or Baths, of The Hospitalite Notre Dame de Lourdes (HNDL) in the 1910s. The HNDL is a Roman Catholic religious confraternity, meaning a lay association of the faithful, situated in Lourdes, France, and functioning under the spiritual authority of the Bishop of Tarbes and Lourdes. The Piscines are an integral part of the Lourdes sanctuary, a renowned pilgrimage site where thousands of believers come each year to seek healing and spiritual renewal. The water from the spring, believed to have miraculous properties, is collected and used in the baths for those who are ill or disabled. In this image, we see a group of pilgrims, dressed in simple clothing, gathered around the large stone basin filled with crystal-clear water. The baths are surrounded by lush greenery, creating a peaceful and calming environment. The gentle sunlight filters through the trees, casting dappled shadows on the water's surface. The HNDL was founded in 1854, just a few years after the apparitions of the Virgin Mary to Bernadette Soubirous, a young girl from Lourdes. Since then, the organization has played a vital role in providing care and assistance to the sick and needy who come to the sanctuary. The Piscines remain a symbol of hope, healing, and the power of faith, attracting pilgrims from all corners of the world. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when faith and devotion were at the heart of daily life. It is a poignant reminder of the enduring power of the human spirit and the importance of compassion and care for one another.
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