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    Gargoyles are carved stone grotesque with a spout designed to convey water from a roof and away from the side of a building. Preventing rainwater from running down masonry walls is important because running water erodes the mortar between the stone blocks. Gargoyles were also used as a way to scary evil spirits way from churches and sent a message to illiterate people that they would be safe inside the churches. This had caused churches to gain lots of money due to people fearing evil which was sent

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    cathedral. One is of Australia’s first saint – St Mary of the Cross. The other two are Patrons of Italy. Who are they? They are St Catherine of Siena (1347-1380) and St Francis of Assisi (1181-1226). Note the figures near the gutters. These are called gargoyles. What might they represent? Why do you think they are part of a religious

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    in Toronto. Recently there have been extensive repairs done to upkeep the appearance of the Old City Hall. After a 12 year renovation Gargoyle was replaced, The original stone gargoyle was hacked off the tower in the 1930’s after a piece broke off and crashed through the ceiling. The new ones were designed from sketch and an early photograph. Recreating the gargoyle was only a small part of the job. the whole stone work of the Old City Hall

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    As if our vision was a mirage of gray eluting the contrast of acceptance and rejection; something that hides out in the distance, out in our peripheral vision, the boundaries of what is normal. Abject is that that lingers in middle point of what helps us feel safe with each other and what creates our fears of one another, when someone or something tries to step in front of this carefully placed boundary society has made as both, we can no longer process safety or danger, only awe and curiosity;

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    dozens of important relics are held inside. Notre Dame is a famous Cathedral because of its breathtaking exterior, stunning interior design, and unique history. The exterior of Notre Dame is remarkably detailed. On top of the Cathedrals are gargoyles. Gargoyles are fundamental parts of the Cathedral. Their terrifying features are are used to ward off any evil or devilish spirits. They are pointing down towards the ground (Frey 43). Their terrifying faces scare the civilians into entering the cathedral

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    they portray violence in a humorous fashion sixty-seven percent of the time" (Baby Bag Online).      "Gargoyles" appear to be a non-violent and an appropriate cartoon for children when the cartoon first starts by telling the audience the setting. For example, this cartoon takes place in Manhattan, New York where the Gargoyles turn into stone because a spell cast upon

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    pointed arches, tall structural designs, indoor vaulted ceiling, and the famous gargoyles. Like the arch to Roman architecture, flying buttresses were not only practical and supportive, they were also decorative. Buttresses were

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    lit on either side of the main entrance. Jeff Kennett Gargoyle: The Jeff Kennet Gargoyle is above the Eastern Transept. When you look up you will see two strange faces carved in stone! One is a lion, the other is a man. Gargoyles in Gothic Cathedrals were once thought of as protecting the building from evil spirits, they also serve as water spouts. For years Jeff Kennet (a former premier) was rumoured to have been the model for the gargoyle, as the facial features are so similar. Tom Carson (the

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    gray area in between. Finally, Cornell's conundrum of Devil vs God adds a prospect of irony to his short story. Firstly, the gargoyle on General Sarnoff's chateau misleads the reader into thinking that Lazaro himself is good, even saintly, since gargoyles traditionally symbolize warding off evil, when Lazaro himself is evil (Gargoyle Store). In addition to his gargoyles, he also owns a hunting dog named Lazarus, otherwise known as serving God, versus the devil. Therefore, Lazaro is portrayed as

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