Religion / Flagellants
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Mary Evans Picture Library
Religion / Flagellants
A man flagellates himself as penance for his sins
Mary Evans Picture Library makes available wonderful images created for people to enjoy over the centuries
Media ID 604764
© Mary Evans Picture Library 2015 - https://copyrighthub.org/s0/hub1/creation/maryevans/MaryEvansPictureID/10050993
Altar Flagellants Kneeling Penance Sins Flagellates
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: A Penitent Flagellant in Devout Prayer before an Altar This evocative image captures the intense devotion and self-punishment of a flagellant brother, as he humbly kneels before an ornate altar in a medieval European chapel. The man, dressed in a simple brown robe and hood, flagellates himself with a heavy, knotted whip, his body marked with the wounds of past penance. His face is a study in concentration and piety, his eyes closed in deep prayer as he seeks forgiveness for his sins. The flagellants were a religious movement that emerged during the late Middle Ages, particularly in Europe, characterized by public acts of self-flagellation and processions of penitents. The movement arose in response to various crises, including the Black Death, social unrest, and the perceived moral decay of the clergy. Flagellants believed that through physical suffering, they could atone for their own sins and those of the world. The altar in the background, adorned with intricate carvings and lit by flickering candles, serves as a reminder of the sacred space in which the penitent's acts of devotion take place. The richly decorated walls and stained glass windows of the chapel further emphasize the solemnity and otherworldly nature of the scene. This powerful image offers a glimpse into the deep emotional and spiritual turmoil that drove the flagellants and their devotional practices. It also serves as a poignant reminder of the complex and often contradictory ways in which religion and human desire for penance and redemption have intersected throughout history.
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
