We visited Barcelona in 2009. We saw all his works. Truly,he was a genius.
I’m sorry, but I don’t like Gaudi’s architecture. It is garish, ugly, in my view.
What does even the most unimaginably beautiful building have to do with such things as conviction of sin, remorse, repentance or supplication?
Only a consciousness of personal sin and the need of a Savior, brought to bear upon a soul by the Holy Spirit can lead to repentance and faith, resulting in Salvation.
“Except ye repent and be converted ye shall all likewise perish” is so plain, unequivocal and final, I’d sure hate to hang my Eternal Salvation on whether or not a tour of even the most stunning edifice gave me goosebumps. But that’s just me.
It is very impressive to see in person.
Barcelona, Spain, Apr 30, 2015 / 04:02 am (CNA/EWTN News).- Though the renowned Catalan architect Antoni Gaudi died nearly 90 years ago and his best-known work remains under construction, the beauty of the Sagrada Familia basilica continues to draw people to Christ.
This is a most absurd statement in view of the scriptures...
Contemporary societies have lost appreciation of beauty in architecture and clothing.
I was there in 1992. The inside was open air, with construction equipment and dust, as I looked down from the tower. I agree with what somebody said, that from the outside the towers look ugly. But I presume they are not finished yet, so I won’t judge. I will say, the coolest thing was that, in photographing the place, the proportions were such that it was really easy to frame in the camera the different levels or stages of the building. Different segments just fit right.
Also, re: the “ugly” towers— they look better in person, and when you have contemplated the whole thing, inside and out.
Also, you can tell this was designed and built with love and faith. Gaudi was thinking of The Body of Christ and you can pick up “body” imagery, such as the sinews that are at the front door. There are other details that I have forgotten.