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"At this the lord mayor, hanging down his head, said nothing;but the bishop told me I should preach at the stake"(engraving)
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"At this the lord mayor, hanging down his head, said nothing;but the bishop told me I should preach at the stake"(engraving)
2780860 " At this the lord mayor, hanging down his head, said nothing; but the bishop told me I should preach at the stake" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: " At this the lord mayor, hanging down his head, said nothing; but the bishop told me I should preach at the stake." Illustration for The Book of Martyrs by John Foxe edited by William Bramley-Moore (Cassell, c 1880).); © Look and Learn
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Bishop Foxes Book Of Martyrs Hanging Lord Martyrdom Mayor Preach Protestant Protestants Stake Christinaity Martyr Robert Smith
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This engraving titled ""At this the lord mayor, hanging down his head, said nothing; but the bishop told me I should preach at the stake"" transports us back to a significant moment in history. The scene depicts a tense encounter between a lord mayor and a bishop during a time of religious persecution. As we gaze upon their expressions, we can sense the weight of their conversation. The lord mayor appears somber, his head bowed low in contemplation or perhaps resignation. His silence speaks volumes about the difficult decisions he must make in this tumultuous era. On the other hand, the bishop stands tall and resolute, conveying an air of authority as he imparts his instructions to someone who will soon face martyrdom. This engraving is part of "The Book of Martyrs" by John Foxe edited by William Bramley-Moore and serves as a visual representation of one individual's sacrifice for their Protestant beliefs. It offers us insight into the struggles faced by those who dared to defy religious orthodoxy during this period. Through its powerful imagery and historical context, this artwork invites us to reflect on themes such as faith, persecution, and courage. It reminds us that throughout history people have made great sacrifices for what they believe in – even when facing dire consequences like preaching at the stake.
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