Bells have been a means of communication for thousands of years. Today, in Europe, we associate them almost exclusively with religious contexts. Almost, because in many churches they ring at the same time every day, although this has no connection to the liturgy. Some people tolled, others tolled. In ancient China, India, and the Middle East, bells were used to transmit signals, mark the time, and warn of danger. In medieval Europe, they became …
Bells have been a means of communication for thousands of years. Today, in Europe, we associate them almost exclusively with religious contexts. Almost, because in many churches they ring at the same time every day, although this has no connection to the liturgy. Some people tolled, others tolled. In ancient China, India, and the Middle East, bells were used to transmit signals, mark the time, and warn of danger. In medieval Europe, they became …