Golden Eagle

I have always wondered why Churches all have gold eagles as lecterns. So I looked it up.

Apparently, the bird’s strength and ability to soar high reflect the power of the words spoken from the lectern, adding a sense of gravitas and power to them.

So now you know. :)

[Beverley]

Now I know… thank you

[Chrissie]

Fabulous shot, and great narrative

[Susan Wakely]

Every day is a school day.

[Gillian Brown]

Great shot.

[Pat Knowles]

I never knew that….its a beautiful eagle.

[Korcsog Károly]

I like the photo and learned something today too! 😉

[carol white]

A beautiful eagle

[haskar]

Lovely shot and info.