Beuckelson / Wife / Anon Eng
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Beuckelson / Wife / Anon Eng
JAN BEUCKELSON or BOCKELSON also known as JAN VAN LEIDEN Dutch religious (Anabaptist) leader and his wife Elisa
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1536 Anabaptist Elisa Leiden Bockelson
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative print captures the moment of defiance and determination in the faces of Jan Beukelson, also known as Jan van Leiden, and his wife Elisa, as they lead the Anabaptist community of Munster, Germany during the tumultuous events of 1536. Beukelson, a Dutch religious reformer, had gained a large following with his radical interpretations of the Bible, which included the establishment of a communal living arrangement and the belief in the imminent end of the world. The table before them is laden with the symbols of their new society - a loaf of bread, a pitcher of wine, and a Bible. The couple's unwavering gaze and the serious expression on their faces convey their conviction and their belief in the righteousness of their cause. Elisa, dressed in a simple, dark gown, offers a sense of stability and strength to her husband, who is depicted in a more agitated state, gesturing towards the Bible. The background of the print is filled with the chaos of the siege of Munster, which was under attack by the Catholic forces led by Bishop Franz von Waldeck. The smoke rising from the buildings and the armed soldiers in the distance serve as a stark reminder of the dangerous circumstances that the Anabaptist community was facing. Despite this, Beukelson and his wife remain steadfast, their faith unshaken. This powerful image offers a glimpse into the complex and tumultuous history of the Anabaptist movement and the events that unfolded in Munster during the 16th century. It is a testament to the enduring power of faith and the human spirit, even in the face of adversity.
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