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Goddess of Reason - 1
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Goddess of Reason - 1
By order of the Convention, the cathedral of Notre-Dame is transformed into a Temple de la Raison, where a Goddess of Reason is to be worshipped
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This evocative image captures the historical moment when the Cathedral of Notre-Dame in Paris was transformed into a Temple de la Raison during the early stages of the French Revolution in 1789. The radical political climate of the time led to the suppression of religious institutions, and as a result, the cathedral was closed and its statues and relics were removed. In their place, a large wooden throne was erected, upon which was placed a statue of the Goddess of Reason, symbolizing the new secular order. The Goddess of Reason, depicted here with a Phrygian cap, a symbol of liberty, and a scepter topped with an owl, a symbol of wisdom, was to be the new object of worship for the people of Paris. This revolutionary event marked a significant turning point in French history, as it represented the end of the Old Regime and the beginning of the modern era. The image, taken in November 1893, shows the Temple de la Raison in its full glory, with the Goddess of Reason at the center, surrounded by the faithful. The atmosphere is one of reverence and awe, as the people of Paris pay homage to their new deity. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the power of ideology to shape the course of history and the enduring allure of the iconic Notre-Dame Cathedral. This image is a valuable historical document, and its rights are managed by Mary Evans Prints Online. It is an essential addition to any collection of French Revolutionary history, and its intriguing narrative makes it a fascinating subject for further research and study.
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