| SMILING FOR ALMS OUTSIDE THE MOSQUE OF SANCTA SOPHIA: That there is a close relation between religion and charity is well recognized by the beggars of the world. Inside the imposing cathedrals of Russia, scores of mite-boxes silently solicit funds. The approach to the Church of the Holy sepulcher is so lined with importunate beggars that some one has called it "The Street of Palms." Beside the lowliest of Hindu shrines some mendicant is likely to be seen. Beneath the Cross charity flourishes, and in the shadow of the minarets the poor find bread. Click here to enlarge. (1922) |
