Whatever your views on the coronation, it will be a topic of discussion. Side stepping the political issues of the relevance of the monarchy to Scotland and the UK as a whole, there is a discussion going on about what some of the visual art used on the coronation invite means.
Have you heard of “Green Men” before?
There are many expert studies on the origin and meaning of “Green Men” sculptures carved into the fabric of Church buildings. The following is not one of them! Hopefully, however, it will provide a quick and easy read with ideas of where to go to find out more.
A little research will help provide opportunties for us to take part in the continually growing human exploration, understanding, and expression of spirituality.
Deep reflection on why people relate to this quite early mediaeval Christian symbol could provide insight into the harvest Jesus promises, but which modern gatherings of church are finding it difficult to reap. The article is here:
https://www.tor.com/2019/06/11/the-green-man-when-is-a-myth-not-a-myth/
The article also raises some questions about the importance of myth, how it functions, and the role meaning plays in the imagined reality that informs our daily lives.
How much of our every day opinions are shaped by things we are barely aware of? How often do we examine the reliability of what we assume is normal.
Less well known are the “Sheila na gig” carvings. They have been carved into the fabric of church buildings as well. Would this be considered appropriate today? What has changed? A more subtle, and acceptable to contemporary society, reference can be found on the logo of the Scottish Episcopal Church.