A symbolic wall monument at Pencaitland Parish Church
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A symbolic wall monument at Pencaitland Parish Church
Image: © Walter Baxter Taken: 14 May 2022
This 18th century mural monument is built into the west wall of the church. The winged soul at the top is a symbol of immortality representing the soul of the deceased’s journey towards Heaven, but the star attraction is the menacing winged skull below which is a symbol of mortality.
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Image Location
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55.910953
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-2.892283