Accustomed Quote by Rudolf Otto

“Heavy pillars, carved from the rock, bear the roof. Slowly, one's eyes become accustomed to the dim light; then they can make out marvelous representations from Indian mythology carved on the walls.” quote by Rudolf Otto — Download Open image

“Heavy pillars, carved from the rock, bear the roof. Slowly, one's eyes become accustomed to the dim light; then they can make out marvelous representations from Indian mythology carved on the walls.”

Rudolf Otto

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Accustomed Bear Become Carved Dim Eyes Heavy Indian Light Make Marvelous Mythology Out Pillars Rock Roof Slowly Then Walls

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