(Note the interesting cleft on the the forehead of the carving)
November 3rd 2001 Guided lecture tour of Rosslyn Chapel.
Rosslyn Chapel is one of the most remarkable churches in existence and was founded in 1446 by William St. Clair, Prince of Orkney. The St. Clair`s have for centuries held a special place in Scottish Masonic history and Rosslyn Chapel is without doubt a place of great Masonic symbolism.
Bro. Jim Munro, P.M. of Lodge St. Clair No. 606 and an expert on the Chapel, again agreed to conduct a Masonic tour for our Brethren.
40 brethren made their way to the Chapel and were treated to an excellent lecture and guided tour of the many interesting aspects of the Chapel.
Below are few pictures of the day to give our visitors a flavour of the tour.
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Jim Munro pointing out one of the many items of interest within Rosslyn Chapel | |
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Lady Chapel with the Apprentice pillar at right rear (with the twisted decoration). | |
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Bro Jim Munro explaining some of the finer details of the Apprentice Pillar to a number of interested brethren | |
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Apprentice carving at the South
West corner of the chapel.
(Note the interesting cleft on the the forehead of the carving) |
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Barrel vaulted roof detail within the chapel | |