Along with all the priceless artifacts contained within.
And once the fire was out, authorities vowed that it would all be restored.
As accurately as humanly possible.
Even using the original types of tools, materials and methods.
But to me, the miracle is what human beings are capable of.
Because the work wasn’t completed until 1260.
And has been constantly improved upon throughout the centuries.
Using the same blood, sweat, toil and tears they did.
Beginning with the purpose of cathedral and its design:
As well as the artistry.
This is about the indomitable human spirit.
People coming together to restore their history for posterity.
It’s about science and math, labor and effort, mind, body and soul.
And we’re all better for it.
