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Palm Sunday Procession in Spitalfields, London, 1844
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Palm Sunday Procession in Spitalfields, London, 1844
Palm Sunday procession in Spitalfields, London, 1844. On Palm Sundays, at that time, members of the weaving trade (then flourishing in Spitalfields) would walk out to the Essex fields, gather palms (or similar) and ramble back into London. Date: 1844
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1844 Essex Fields Flourishing Gather Members Palm Palms Procession Ramble Similar Spitalfields Sunday Sundays Walk Weaving
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Palm Sunday Procession in Spitalfields, London, 1844: A Traditional Ritual of the Weaving Community This evocative image captures the Palm Sunday procession in the historic Spitalfields district of London, in the year 1844. At the time, Spitalfields was renowned for its thriving weaving trade, which attracted a diverse community of artisans and their families. On this particular Sunday, members of the weaving trade, dressed in their finest attire, embarked on a traditional ritual that began with a journey to the Essex fields. Armed with baskets, they gathered palms or similar foliage, symbolizing the triumphant entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem before his crucifixion. After filling their baskets, the procession made its way back into London, with the participants waving their palm branches and singing hymns. This joyous occasion was an integral part of the Christian calendar for the Spitalfields community, marking the start of Holy Week. The image, taken from the extensive collection of Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, providing valuable insights into the social and religious practices of the time. It also highlights the strong sense of community and tradition that characterized the lives of the people in Spitalfields during the mid-19th century.
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