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Belgian Nuns

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Belgian Nuns

The Beguins, Belgian nuns, of the Beguinage convent of Ghent, Belgium, with hoes and spades and other gardening tools over their shoulders

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Belgian Convent Gardening Ghent Habit Habits Monastic Nuns Shoulders Spades Tools


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This evocative photograph captures a group of Belgian Beguine nuns from the Beguinage convent of Ghent, Belgium, in the 1930s. The Beguines were a unique type of medieval religious community, distinct from enclosed nuns or monks. They lived in a communal setting, but were not bound by the same strict rules, allowing them to engage in various occupations and pursue education. In this image, the nuns are seen carrying gardening tools over their shoulders, such as hoes and spades. The scene exudes a sense of simplicity and dedication, as these religious women tended to the convent's gardens, providing for their community and living in harmony with nature. Their habits, with their distinctive white veils and dark robes, add to the historical and monastic atmosphere. The Beguinage of Ghent, founded in the 13th century, was one of the largest and most influential Beguinages in Europe. The community thrived for centuries, offering refuge and support to thousands of women. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of these remarkable women and their commitment to their faith and community. The rich history of the Beguines and their role in European religious and social history is an intriguing and often overlooked aspect of the Middle Ages. This image serves as a poignant reminder of their enduring legacy and the importance of community, faith, and the simple pleasures of gardening in the lives of these early women.

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