Set of 21: Franciscan Monastery Views c1920s
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Altar of St. Francis, Franciscan Monastery
The commemorative Altar of St. Francis of Assisi bears a statue representing the 'Seraphic Saint' in the embrace of Christ Crucified, after a painting by Murillo, symbolizing the love of St. Francis for the Redeemer. The Saint in 1209 founded the Franciscan Order, or Order of Friars Minor, (O. F. M.) today the largest in the Church. Franciscan Monastery, Distant View, Washington, D.C. Franciscan Monastery, Mt. St. Sepulchre. The graceful outlines of the Monastery crowning the wooded eminence on which it is erected stand out against the sky, forming a picture of unique beauty. The view here shown is that of the institution as seen from the south-east. Franciscan Monastery, Stone of Anointing & Holy Sepulchre The Stone of Anointing in the foreground is a faithful replica of the shrine in Jerusalem which marks the place where the body of Christ was anointed for burial. The reproduction of the Holy Sepulchre is shown in the background. Chapel of St. Cecilia, Franciscan Monastery The Chapel of St. Cecilia in the Monastery Catacombs is typical of the places of worship of the first Christians in the subterranean passages of Rome. The figure beneath the Altar is a copy of the one which adorns the Saint's Tomb in the Eternal City. The Monastery Cemetery, Franciscan Monastery, Washington, D.C. The Community Cemetery in the peaceful cloistered garden of the Monastery is not open to visitors. Here it is that the deceased Brethren of the Monastery are laid to rest after their years of labor in spreading the Kingdom of Christ among men. Tomb of Blessed Virgin, Gethsemani Valley, Franciscan Monastery The Tomb of the Blessed Virgin in the Gethsemani Valley is copied from the sacred original near the Garden of Gethsemani in Jerusalem. This holy place is held in great veneration by both the Christians and the Mohammedans of the Holy City. The Cemetery Cross, Franciscan Monastery, Washington, D. C. The Cemetery Cross standing in the little Monastery graveyard proclaims to all the message of our Redemption. Its majestic size and its gleaming whiteness standing out against sombre evergreens make this sacred Sign visible to the whole country-side. Altar of St. Joseph, Franciscan Monastery, Washington, D.C. The altar features a statue of St. Joseph, the Foster Father, holding the Child Jesus. The relief panels represent the Espousal of Mary and Joseph and the Flight of the Holy Family into Egypt. The Holy Sepulchre at Easter, Franciscan Monastery The Holy Sepulchre is the principal Shrine in this Memorial Church of the Holy Land, after which the Monastery has been called "Mount of the Holy Sepulchre." The replica of the Sacred Tomb of Christ consists of two rooms, the first being the Chapel of the Angel, and the second the Burial Chamber. Altar of the Transfiguration, Franciscan Monastery The Altar of the Transfiguration above the Holy Sepulchre at the Franciscan Monastery, Mt. St. Sepulchre, strikingly depicts the Transfiguration of Christ on Mount Thabor. The figures shown with Our Lord are Moses and Elias. At this Altar is reserved the Blessed Sacrament of the Eucharist, as the ever-burning Sanctuary Lamp indicates. Altar of the Blessed Virgin, Franciscan Monastery The commemorative Altar of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the Monastery Church is decorated with two relief-panels representing, respectively, the Presentation of the Child Mary in the Temple and her Coronation in Heaven. The statue of the Mother of Christ on the Altar is one of singular beauty. Shrine of St. Anthony, Franciscan Monastery, Washington, D.C. The Shrine of St. Antony in the Monastery has been, since the foundation of that Institution, a place of pilgrimage for the clients of the "Wonderworker of Padua." The bas-reliefs depict the Saint CURING THE SICK and DISTRIBUTING ALMS TO THE POOR. Franciscan Monastery, The Cloister Courtyard The Cloister Court within the Monastery, Mt. St. Sepulchre, was built on the architectural lines of the ancient Monasteries of Europe. Attractive flower-beds surround the old well in the center, forming a spot of picturesque beauty and tranquility. Sanctuary of Mount Calvary, Franciscan Monastery The Sanctuary of Mount Calvary here brings to the mind of visitors the eloquent message of the cost of the Redemption of mankind. The marble Altar before the large Crucifix is an exact copy of the one which today marks the place of Christ's Death on Calvary itself. Franciscan Monastery, Way of the Cross—Tenth Station The Way of the Cross in the Valley of Gethsemani always attracts the numerous visitors to the Monastery. The fourteen way-side Shrines represent the sufferings of Christ from His condemnation by Pilate to His burial in the Holy Sepulchre. The Manger—Grotto of Bethlehem, Franciscan Monastery Among the numerous Shrines seen by the visitor to the Monastery there is perhaps none that impresses him more than the replica of the lowly Manger which formed the first throne of the New-Born King. The little Star of the Magi nearby commemorates the Adoration of the Three Holy Kings. The Cardinal's Throne, Franciscan Monastery At the right, or Gospel, side of the great Center Altar in the Church is a beautiful Throne of Carrara marble richly set with mosaics, the gift of famous Roman architects. This Throne is occupied by the presiding Prelate at Pontifical services. Altar of Nativity, Grotto of Bethlehem, Franciscan Monastery The Altar of the Nativity in the Grotto of Bethlehem is a faithful copy of the place of Christ's Birth as it is today in Palestine. At midnight of Christmas Eve, services like those taking place in Bethlehem are celebrated at this sacred Shrine. Alverna Chapel, Franciscan Monastery, Washington, D.C. Franciscan Monastery, Mt. St. Sepulchre, Washington, D. C.—Half hidden among noble trees, there is in the cloistered grounds of the Monastery a little sanctuary known as the Alverna Chapel of St. Francis, the Founder of the Order which bears his name. The Brethren love to pray in the silence of this little Shrine, set like a jewel in its surroundings of natural beauty. A Vista in the Cloister, Franciscan Monastery FRANCISCAN MONASTERY, MT. ST. SEPULCHRE, WASHINGTON, D. C.—The Cloister of the Monastery is a masterpiece of simple beauty. Its arched ambulatory is set off with graceful palms and exotic plants, and all is pervaded by a calm which bespeaks the peace of soul enjoyed by those who have there consecrated their lives to the service of the Divine Master. The Community Choir or Chapel, Franciscan Monastery The simple dignity of the Choir of the Franciscans in the Monastery Cloister forms a marked contrast with the beautiful Shrines that everywhere greet the eye of the visitor to the Memorial Church of the Holy Land. This part of the Monastery is used by the Brethren as their Chapel for the chanting of the Divine praises and other community devotions. |
