Whoever would have thought it
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Whoever would have thought it
Three monks go fishing, but they get more than they bargained for.
1927
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Amazed Folk Lore Laying Mermaid Monks Rods Unconscious
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In this image from 1927, titled "Whoever would have thought it: Three monks go fishing, but they get more than they bargained for," we find ourselves transported to a mystical and enchanting scene. The serene waters of a tranquil lake reflect the gentle sunlight, as three monks, dressed in their traditional robes, focus intently on their rods, hoping to catch a fish for their meal. Suddenly, the stillness of the scene is shattered as a mermaid, her long, flowing hair cascading down her back, emerges from the depths of the water. Her ethereal beauty leaves the monks in a state of amazement and awe. One monk, with an expression of disbelief, has dropped his rod and falls unconscious at the sight of the mermaid. The other two monks, equally stunned, pause in their fishing, their rods suspended in mid-air. This image, captured by the Illustrated London News Ltd and brought to us by Mary Evans Prints Online, is a stunning example of folk lore and the power of the imagination. The mermaid, a creature of legend and myth, has captured the hearts and minds of the monks, reminding us of the magic and wonder that exists in the world around us. As we gaze at this image, we are transported to a time and place where the impossible becomes possible, and the ordinary becomes extraordinary. The monks, with their simple desires and expectations, are reminded of the beauty and mystery that lies just beneath the surface of the world we live in. This image is a reminder that sometimes, the greatest treasures are the ones we find when we least expect them, and that the world is full of wonder and surprise, if only we keep our eyes and hearts open to the possibilities.
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