Here, here! :) Pretty scene. Try it with about half of the blue cropped out so the lighthouse is larger and not centered vertically. It doesn't always help, but often it adds more interest.
Since all my photo equipment was stolen and I am camera-less, I will spend time now voting...
Interest - 2
Theme Interp - 2
Technical Merit - 2
Personal Bias - 2
TOTAL - 8
While I understand your stance (based on the title), I'm not sure how a shot like this discusses the sacred aspect of the environment (as there are houses on a possibly eroding seashore). Either way, beautiful picture. 7