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Religious Mercy
Religious Orders of the Middle Ages. Religious Mercy. Royal and Military Order of Mercy. Colored engraving. 19rh century
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Blessed Friar Mercy Monk Order Robe Virgin
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This 19th century engraving depicts a Mercedarian Friar, a member of the Royal and Military Order of Mercy, in deep devotion before an open Bible. The Mercedarians, also known as the Order of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Mercy, were a Catholic religious order founded in the 13th century in Spain. The Order was dedicated to the ransom of captives and the protection of the Holy Land. The Friar is dressed in the traditional Mercedarian habit, which includes a long brown robe with a white scapular and a distinctive red cross on the chest. The Order's arms, featuring the image of the Blessed Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child, are prominently displayed on the wall behind him. The Friar's intense focus on the Bible underscores the importance of learning and prayer in the Mercedarian way of life. The Order placed great emphasis on education and the study of Scripture, believing that knowledge of God's word was essential for living a life of mercy and compassion. The Mercedarians were known for their acts of mercy, particularly the ransom of Christian captives from Muslim hands. They also provided assistance to the poor, the sick, and the needy. The Order's military wing, which was established to protect the Order's properties and defend Christendom against external threats, added to their reputation as defenders of the faith. This evocative image offers a glimpse into the spiritual world of the Mercedarian Friars, whose devotion to mercy and service to others continues to inspire and challenge us today.
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