MEDIEVAL TIMES in BUILDING A CATHEDRAL Cathedrals have always existed in the history of Christianity, but just over 1,000 years ago, masterpieces in Gothic architecture began popping up all over France. It was "the time of the cathedrals." In Paris, the bishop and the whole diocese dreamed of a magnificent edifice that would honor and celebrate God. The project was launched. It would take 150 years to complete! I th Hear of th City The town has become richer and larger. The old cathedral is now too small to hold everyone. It is also too dark, and too old. Bishop Maurice de Sully dreams of a grand and majestic structure that will tell the world of the glory of God. He wants height, light, and space! Th Architec No architect can live 150 years; it’s impossible! That’s why several architects in a row will succeed one another on the construction site, without necessarily knowing the others’ names. In fact, they are not really architects because in the Middle Ages, the profession does not exist. Rather, they are skilled artisans who understand construction completely, know what is needed to build a cathedral, and pour their Christian heart and soul into it. COVER STORY The architect and the bishop are present at the construction site. Can you find them? Seek and fi nd The solution is on page 44. 8 / N° 1
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