Do you know why this fountain is shaped like a scallop shell Morgan? The scallop shell is a symbol of baptism. When Christians were baptised- became a member of the church- they had water poured over them. This water was scooped up in a scallop shell. Did this fountain have water coming out of it?
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The spanish are big on things you can drink aren't they. This marker is beautiful.
Do you know why this fountain is shaped like a scallop shell Morgan? The scallop shell is a symbol of baptism. When Christians were baptised- became a member of the church- they had water poured over them. This water was scooped up in a scallop shell. Did this fountain have water coming out of it?
Wow!! Thanks for that Toni!! The shell is a symbol all over the wy.. But never knew why
No probs Annie! You know who to come to for the theological questions!
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