Renouncing Collection

GOLDMARK/SABA LIEBIG 3
Act 2 scene 3 : Assad, though king Solomon's favourite, angers him by renouncing the High Priest's daughter Shulamith, but the king insists that he marry her. Date: first performed 1875

The Duke of Northumberland renouncing the Protestant Religion (engraving)
5224970 The Duke of Northumberland renouncing the Protestant Religion (engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info)

Tomb effigy of heart of King John II Casimir Vasa at Abbaye de Saint-Germain-des-Pres in
741376 Tomb effigy of heart of King John II Casimir Vasa at Abbaye de Saint-Germain-des-PrA©s in Paris (engraving)) by Chaufourier

Portrait of George Washington, 1779 (oil on canvas)
2630241 Portrait of George Washington, 1779 (oil on canvas) by Stuart, Gilbert (1755-1828); White House, Washington D.C. USA; (add.info)

Madama Butterfly New Opera By Maestro Puccini At La Scala Theatre, The Curse Of Relatives To The Bride (colour litho)
2798750 Madama Butterfly New Opera By Maestro Puccini At La Scala Theatre, The Curse Of Relatives To The Bride (colour litho) by Beltrame

The Genevans swearing their renunciation of Romanism, illustration from
621419 The Genevans swearing their renunciation of Romanism, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

Freemasonry in the 19th Century: three Masons converting and burning their diplomas in a church in Montauban
3100816 Freemasonry in the 19th Century: three Masons converting and burning their diplomas in a church in Montauban, 1828 (engraving) by French School

Thomas FitzGerald, 10th Earl of Kildare, renouncing his allegiance to Henry VIII of England (engraving)
3656211 Thomas FitzGerald, 10th Earl of Kildare, renouncing his allegiance to Henry VIII of England (engraving) by Warren

Lord Thomas Fitzgerald Renouncing His Allegiance To Henry Viii In 1534. Thomas Fitzgerald, 10Th Earl Of Kildare, 1513 To 1537. Drawn By H. Warren. From History Of Ireland, Published C.1854

The National Assembly Renounces all Privileges, 4th August 1789, engraved by Helman
XIR34099 The National Assembly Renounces all Privileges, 4th August 1789, engraved by Helman (1743-1809) (coloured engraving) (see 104584) by Monnet

Lord Thomas Fitzgerald renouncing his allegiance to Henry VIII in 1534, from The
KW468262 Lord Thomas Fitzgerald renouncing his allegiance to Henry VIII in 1534, from The History of Ireland by Thomas Wright, published c.1854 (engraving) by Warren

St. Francis Renounces all Worldly Goods, detail of Pietro di Bernardone, 1297-99 (fresco)
XIR179446 St. Francis Renounces all Worldly Goods, detail of Pietro di Bernardone, 1297-99 (fresco) by Giotto di Bondone (c.1266-1337); San Francesco, Upper Church, Assisi

Eugen Prince Savoy
EUGEN FRANZ OF SAVOY ( Prince Eugene ) military commander in the Austrian service, renouncing French allegiance : considered one of the greatest generals of all time

Buddhas Cuts his Hair
SIDDHARTHA GAUTAMA, known as the BUDDHA ( Enlightened One ) The young Siddhartha symbolically cuts his hair as a sign that he is renouncing worldly values

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Renouncing - a powerful act of defiance, faith, or rebellion. Throughout history, individuals and communities have renounced their beliefs, allegiances, and privileges in pursuit of truth and freedom. In the 16th century, Thomas Cranmer stood before his congregation and renounced his former faith. His confession led to his removal from the pulpit and ultimately to his martyrdom by being burned at the stake. The woodcut illustration vividly captures the intensity of this pivotal moment. Similarly, the Duke of Northumberland's renunciation of Protestantism is depicted in an engraving. This act symbolized a significant shift in religious allegiance during a time when such decisions carried immense consequences. The tomb effigy of King John II Casimir Vasa at Abbaye de Saint-Germain-des-Prés serves as a reminder that even royalty can renounce worldly power for spiritual pursuits. In death, he chose to be remembered not for political achievements but for embracing a higher calling. George Washington's portrait showcases another form of renunciation - that of tyranny and oppression. As he led America towards independence, Washington renounced British rule to establish a nation founded on liberty and justice. Artistic expression also explores themes of renunciation; Puccini's opera "Madama Butterfly" delves into familial curses tied to marriage while highlighting sacrifices made by loved ones who choose to let go. The Genevans' visual representation depicts their collective rejection of Romanism during the Reformation era—a bold step towards asserting their own religious identity separate from established traditions. Freemasonry too witnessed acts of renunciation as three Masons burn their diplomas within the sacred confines of a church in Montauban—an act signifying liberation from secret societies' grip on personal freedom. Thomas FitzGerald boldly severed ties with Henry VIII through an engraving capturing him publicly denouncing allegiance—an audacious move challenging monarchical authority during turbulent times.