French Protestants Meet
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French Protestants Meet
French protestants, forbidden to worship by Louis XIVs revocation of the Edict of Nantes, assemble in secret in the desert of the Cevennes
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1690 Assemble Cevennes Edict Forbidden Meet Nantes Protestantism Protestants Revocation Secret Worship Xivs
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative image from the annals of French history, a clandestine gathering of Protestant worshippers is depicted in the rugged and desolate landscape of the Cevennes region. The year is circa 1690, and the Edict of Nantes, which had granted religious tolerance to Huguenots or French Protestants, had been revoked just a decade earlier by King Louis XIV in 1685. The revocation of the Edict of Nantes marked a turning point in the history of French Protestantism, as the once-protected religious minority was now forced to practice their faith in secret, often in remote and inhospitable locations such as this one. The photo print, held in the esteemed archives of Mary Evans Picture Library, captures the somber and defiant spirit of these individuals as they come together to celebrate their faith, huddled around a makeshift altar amidst the barren terrain. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the religious persecution that once plagued France, and the lengths to which people were willing to go to preserve their beliefs. The clandestine nature of their assembly only adds to the sense of secrecy and danger that surrounded the practice of Protestantism during this period. Despite the risks, these individuals remained steadfast in their faith, refusing to be silenced or intimidated by the powerful forces that sought to suppress them. The print also underscores the resilience and determination of the human spirit in the face of adversity, as these individuals found solace and strength in their shared beliefs, even in the most challenging of circumstances. The image is a powerful testament to the enduring power of faith and the human spirit, and a reminder of the importance of religious freedom and tolerance in any society.
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