Gezicht op de Abdij van Floreffe before 1879

Here we see an image of the Abbey of Floreffe, captured by M. Gauthier. The abbey, a beacon of spiritual life, is rendered in tones that evoke a sense of timelessness. The architecture itself is symbolic. It's a physical manifestation of the community’s sacred aspirations. In its verticality, one can trace a reaching towards the divine. You will find similar architectural expressions in cathedrals across Europe, each aspiring to bridge the earthly and the celestial. Observe also the symmetry of the structure, echoing the monastic order's quest for harmony between the earthly and the divine. It is worth noting the recurring use of sacred geometry in architecture from different eras. This is a prime example of how subconscious patterns, laden with cultural memory, recur across time. They influence how we perceive and create spaces, engaging us on a level that transcends mere functionality.