Some gargoyles clearly fill this instructional purpose by illustrating Bible stories, from Eve's first reach for the apple to frightening images of eternal damnation.

Gargoyles and Grotesques - What Is Their Purpose? ... The concept of Gargoyles started between the 11th and the 13th Centuries. Their purpose was first to scare off evil, and second as a fancy way

The functions of gargoyles were manifold: first of all there was their architectural purpose, which is almost lost today. Only a few gargoyles fulfil that function today.

Recently Created Games by Members ... Gargoyles from the World ... From which countries do these gargoyles come ?

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"Previously on GARGOYLES" shows scenes from the end of Revelations, where Elisa tells Matt she was reluctant to share the gargoyles, ... For once the "Previously" segment served a useful purpose.

4. Gargoyles also had a practical purpose. Gargoyles were used on the Gothic cathedrals of Western Europe to spit rain water from the buildings through hollow chambers.

Some gargoyles clearly fill this instructional purpose by illustrating Bible stories such as Eve's reach for the apple and frightening images of eternal damnation.

"One thousand years ago, We lived in a world that understood our purpose. It was the age of gargoyles. Ten centuries later, we awoke to a world bent on our destruction.

Gargoyles Home Page - Learn the history and purpose of gargoyles, then take a tour of cathedrals via a clickable map to see the real thing.