Funeral Temple

13/12/2024

Friday the 13th is a date filled with superstitions and mysteries, born from a blend of historical events, religious beliefs, and popular culture:

📜 Dark History: On October 13, 1307, the Knights Templar were arrested and executed by order of King Philip IV of France, marking this date as a symbol of betrayal and tragedy.

🔢 The Cursed Number: In Western culture, the number 13 has been considered unlucky since ancient times. From Judas' betrayal at the Last Supper to the chaos unleashed by Loki in Norse mythology, 13 has always brought misfortune.

📆 The Sinister Friday: This day is associated with fateful events in Christian tradition, such as the crucifixion of Christ. Some even say Adam and Eve fell from grace on a Friday.

🎬 Pop Culture and Terror: The terror of Friday the 13th was cemented in 1980 with the famous Friday the 13th movie franchise, turning this date into an icon of horror.

Coincidence or superstition? 🤔 What do you think of this date? Share your experiences on this "cursed" day! 🖤

03/12/2024

On one of my walks, I found this jawbone. It seems to have belonged to a horse. According to some legends, the teeth of a white horse, especially one that died under violent circumstances, can be a portal to the unknown.

14/11/2024

After a time without capturing new images, I return with this fascinating find: the skull of a pig, a silent witness to the passage of time and the fragility of life.

Interestingly, the structure of a pig’s skull is surprisingly similar to that of a human skull in certain aspects. This resemblance has historically led some scientists and artists to use pig skulls to study anatomy or simulate certain decomposition effects. This similarity has given rise to legends and superstitions, feeding the idea that the pig can be seen as a kind of dark 'double' or distorted reflection of humanity.

01/11/2024

On this Halloween, as shadows stretch and night claims its reign, we greet those who embrace the dark and the macabre.

Today is a special day for lovers of terror, a night when restless souls wander free and forbidden secrets whisper to the wind. May horror and mystery always accompany you, loyal followers of Funeral Temple!

24/10/2024

National Horror Movie Day - October 23rd

Today is a special day for all horror movie lovers. Every October 23rd, we celebrate National Horror Movie Day, a date to pay tribute to the films that have made us shudder, scream, and cover our eyes over the years. From timeless classics like Dracula and The Exorcist to chilling contemporary tales like It Follows and Hereditary, cinematic horror has been a gateway to the macabre, the supernatural, and the inexplicable.

This day invites us to dive into our favorite nightmares, reminding us that fear can also be art. It's the perfect opportunity to binge-watch our beloved films and explore new additions to the genre. 🎥

At Funeral Temple, we honor this day with a look at the films that redefined fear, the grotesque, and the unknown. One scene from the movie It that gave me chills and fear when I saw it as a child is unforgettable. What is your favorite horror movie? 🎬 Leave your comments, and let’s celebrate this day filled with shadows and terrifying creatures together!

Eddie goes into the schools showers but the rest of the shower heads turn on and Eddie meets Pennywise.Movie Name: Stephen King’s, It!Release Date: November ...

15/10/2024

"From Hell" Letter by Jack the Ripper (1888)

On October 15, 1888, London's Metropolitan Police received a disturbing letter, allegedly from Jack the Ripper. Known as the "From Hell" letter, this eerie message taunted the authorities, daring them to stop the brutal killings terrorizing Whitechapel. The letter arrived with a grisly package: half of a human kidney, purportedly belonging to Catherine Eddowes, one of the Ripper's victims. The writer boasted that he had fried and eaten the other half, adding a terrifying psychological layer to the case.

Though the letter carried a mocking tone and was signed with the now infamous alias "Jack the Ripper," the true identity of its author remains unknown. Despite the gruesome detail of the kidney, experts have debated the letter's authenticity for over a century. Nonetheless, its grotesque content and chilling words have left an indelible mark on the criminal history of the UK, representing one of the darkest moments in the search for the infamous killer.

09/10/2024

October 9, 1974 - Death of Oskar Schindler

Oskar Schindler, the German businessman who saved over 1,200 Jews during the Holocaust by employing them in his factories, passed away. Although his life was marked by heroic acts, it was also shrouded in controversies and moral dilemmas. Schindler died in poverty despite his fame and was buried on Mount Zion in Jerusalem, becoming one of the few non-Jews to receive that honor.

It is said that Schindler had a personal encounter with Adolf Eichmann, one of the main architects of the Holocaust, during which he made a passionate plea to save the Jews under his control. This encounter serves as a reminder of the moral tensions Schindler faced, as well as his courage in trying to save lives.

03/10/2024

The Mysterious Death of Edgar Allan Poe - October 3, 1849

On a cold Baltimore morning, Edgar Allan Poe was found in a state of delirium and misery, dressed in clothes that were not his own, mumbling incoherent words. No one knew how the master of Gothic horror had fallen into such a condition. For four days, he lingered between life and death, tormented by feverish visions, as if his own dark tales had come to life to haunt him.

His death, shrouded in mystery, was never fully explained. Theories of illness were overshadowed by rumors of conspiracies and curses. Like the characters of his stories, Poe vanished into the unknown, leaving behind a legacy of shadows and unanswered questions. His figure became immortal, not only through his words but through the enigma of his final moments.

20/09/2024

It was a bleak November night when I beheld the success of my endeavor. With anxious anguish, I gathered the instruments of life around me, to infuse the spark of existence into that lifeless thing lying at my feet. Then, by the dim light of the lamp, I saw how the creature’s dull eyes opened; it breathed heavily, and a convulsive shudder shook its limbs.

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11/09/2024

The Shadow Over Innsmouth: H.P. Lovecraft

In this story, the protagonist visits the town of Innsmouth, where the inhabitants have a strange appearance, the result of a pact with deep-sea creatures.

The streets of Innsmouth are filled with ruined houses, with dark windows that seem to hide secrets from bygone eras. The smell of rotting fish fills the air, and the hunched forms of the few visible inhabitants shuffle through the gloom.

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04/09/2024

The statues of angels in cemeteries carry deep symbolism and often evoke both comfort and unease.

In some stories, it is believed that these angels not only protect the graves but also act as guardians, watching over the souls to ensure they do not return to the world of the living. Some claim that these angels can move or change position to protect the cemetery, especially on the darkest nights.

28/08/2024

I’m sharing a bit about my visit to the cemetery of Real de Catorce.

Located in the ancient mining town of Real de Catorce, in the state of San Luis Potosí, Mexico, this cemetery, constructed in the 1830s, has been the setting for numerous legends and unsettling stories over the years.

One of them is the legend of 'La Niña del Panteón.' Visitors and locals have reported the apparition of a little girl wandering among the graves, dressed in old-fashioned clothes and seemingly lost. Some believe that this spectral figure is searching for her parents, who are also believed to be buried in the cemetery, while others think she is a soul condemned to wander for eternity.

19/08/2024

Strength in Decay

The teeth are the last stronghold of a body that has vanished; resisting decay, they cling to their purpose even in immortality.

14/08/2024

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12/08/2024

Hi everyone! I want to share a song that I love and have been playing on repeat. Draconian - The Sacrificial Flame, has something special that takes me to another place.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EciomI3E1I4

I’d love to hear what you think and what emotions it evokes for you. Do any of you have a song you’d like to recommend? Share it in the comments!

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06/08/2024

Hello everyone!

Today I'm sharing a series of very special photos: my hand holding a skull. These moments capture the essence of my passion for photography and the mysticism of bones.

What feelings does this image evoke in you?
Leave your comments and share your thoughts!

30/07/2024

Smile

The skull's smile reveals an eternal grimace of what was once life. In its cold and rigid expression, the echoes of a final breath are hidden, a smile that defies death, turning the macabre into a sinister reminder of our mortality.

16/07/2024

Hi everyone!

Some time ago, I shared a song I composed, accompanied by some of my favorite photos and videos. If you haven't had the chance to listen to it and watch the video, I invite you to check it out now!

At the moment, I've put music on standby to focus on other activities, but I'm still capturing amazing moments through photography.

Here's the link to the video: https://youtu.be/rlJ-GNv7uBs?si=BJJNDvMwOYQGq23i

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