The capitals of the pillars tell such great stories. I learned that the reason there was such intricacies in carvings and paintings is they were trying to tell a story because many people couldn't read. Almost all of the captials in this church had stories to tell, it was wonderful.

TOP: Roman Pact Capital

BOTTOM: a reproduction with the original in a museum - a scene with lions ridden by young men, in the presence of other men who observe the scene on the smaller sides.