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St Augustine and the English
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St Augustine and the English
St Augustine was sent by Pope Gregory as a missionary to England. He went first to King Ethelbert (because his French wife Bertha was already a Christian). Date: Circa 600 AD
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Augustine Bertha Blessing Canterbury Converting Convertion Ethelbert Missionary Preaching
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative image, Saint Augustine of Canterbury, the revered figure sent by Pope Gregory the Great as the first Archbishop and missionary to England, stands before King Ethelbert and his queen, Bertha, in a scene depicting the early spread of Christianity in Britain. Circa 600 AD, this pivotal moment in history marks the beginning of the conversion of the English people to the new faith. Saint Augustine, dressed in the robes of a bishop, extends his hand in a blessing over the royal couple, as they listen intently to his words. Bertha, who was born in France and had already been baptized as a Christian, is shown wearing a veil and holding a rosary, symbolizing her faith. King Ethelbert, dressed in the regal attire of a 7th-century English monarch, gazes at Augustine with a thoughtful expression, indicating his consideration of the new religion. The backdrop of this significant encounter is the ancient city of Canterbury, which would later become the center of Christianity in England. The scene exudes an air of tranquility and reverence, as the exchange between the missionary and the king represents a turning point in the religious and cultural history of the British Isles. The arrival of Saint Augustine and the spread of Christianity in England would have far-reaching consequences, shaping the course of the nation's history and leaving an indelible mark on its people. This image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the seeds of faith were being sown in the heart of England.
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