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Ephesians Collection

"Ephesians: A Tale of Foolhardiness and Vanity" In the ancient city of Ephesus, a story unfolds, revealing the depths of human folly and the allure of vanity

Background imageEphesians Collection: St Paul the Apostle in prison, writing his epistle to the Ephesians. 1st century AD

St Paul the Apostle in prison, writing his epistle to the Ephesians. 1st century AD. Bible Ephesians 3.1
535396 St Paul the Apostle in prison, writing his epistle to the Ephesians. 1st century AD. Bible Ephesians 3.1. 19th century wood engraving.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Background imageEphesians Collection: Calendar for May with figures of Olee and St. Thomas, quote from Ephesians, disciples

Calendar for May with figures of Olee and St. Thomas, quote from Ephesians, disciples, Adam and Eve, birds
5912926 Calendar for May with figures of Olee and St. Thomas, quote from Ephesians, disciples, Adam and Eve, birds, foliage and castles

Background imageEphesians Collection: They have become foolhardy and have given themselves over to vanity (Ephesians 4: 19... ca)

They have become foolhardy and have given themselves over to vanity (Ephesians 4: 19... ca. 1570-72. Creator: Anon)
They have become foolhardy and have given themselves over to vanity (Ephesians 4:19), ca. 1570-72

Background imageEphesians Collection: DDE-90025603

DDE-90025603
Ruins of the Library of Celsus in ancient city of Ephesus, near Seljuk, Turkey. Date: 16/09/2009

Background imageEphesians Collection: DDE-90025602

DDE-90025602
Marble-paved Street of Curetes with Library of Celsus beyond in ancient Ephesus, near Selcuk, Turkey. Date: 20/01/2009

Background imageEphesians Collection: Illustration for Don Juan by Lord Byron: Lady Adeline, My Dian of the Ephesians (litho)

Illustration for Don Juan by Lord Byron: Lady Adeline, My Dian of the Ephesians (litho)
6004055 Illustration for Don Juan by Lord Byron: Lady Adeline, My Dian of the Ephesians (litho) by Austen, John (1886-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lady Adeline, My Dian of the Ephesians)

Background imageEphesians Collection: Illuminated calendar for April 1846

Illuminated calendar for April 1846
Calendar for April with figures of Zechariah and St. John the Evangelist, quote from Galatians, disciples, castles, bull, birds and foliage. From an illuminated Book of Hours of the Duke the Anjou

Background imageEphesians Collection: St Paul writing his epistle to the Ephesians (engraving)

St Paul writing his epistle to the Ephesians (engraving)
2809391 St Paul writing his epistle to the Ephesians (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Paul writing his epistle to the Ephesians)

Background imageEphesians Collection: Paul writing his Epistle to the Ephesians, Ephesians III, 1 (engraving)

Paul writing his Epistle to the Ephesians, Ephesians III, 1 (engraving)
5218812 Paul writing his Epistle to the Ephesians, Ephesians III, 1 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paul writing his Epistle to the Ephesians)

Background imageEphesians Collection: The Ephesians burning their Books, Acts XIX, 19 (engraving)

The Ephesians burning their Books, Acts XIX, 19 (engraving)
5218801 The Ephesians burning their Books, Acts XIX, 19 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ephesians burning their Books, Acts XIX, 19)

Background imageEphesians Collection: Prayer (chromolitho)

Prayer (chromolitho)
5207975 Prayer (chromolitho) by Harper, Henry Andrew (1835-1900); Private Collection; (add.info.: Prayer. Illustration from The Pictorial New Testament (Scripture Gift Mission, London)

Background imageEphesians Collection: Numismatic Illustrations of the Narrative Portions of the New Testament

Numismatic Illustrations of the Narrative Portions of the New Testament, by John Yonge Akerman (engraving)
1594406 Numismatic Illustrations of the Narrative Portions of the New Testament, by John Yonge Akerman (engraving) by English School

Background imageEphesians Collection: Manuscript Leaf with the Opening of the Epistle of Saint Paul to the Ephesians, French

Manuscript Leaf with the Opening of the Epistle of Saint Paul to the Ephesians, French
Manuscript Leaf with the Opening of the Epistle of Saint Paul to the Ephesians, from a Bible, French, ca. 1300

Background imageEphesians Collection: ARTEMIS / DIANA STATUE

ARTEMIS / DIANA STATUE
Diana of the Ephesians - her statue at Ephesus depicted her traditionally as the many- breasted

Background imageEphesians Collection: Demetrius starts a riot in Ephesus

Demetrius starts a riot in Ephesus
Demetrius, a silversmith who makes shrines to Artemis (Diana), starts a riot in Ephesus against St Paul, crying Great is Artemis of the Ephesians, as described in the Acts of the Apostles

Background imageEphesians Collection: Detail from the fifteenth century Gutenburg Bible, of the opening of Ephesians

Detail from the fifteenth century Gutenburg Bible, of the opening of Ephesians. Artist: Johannes Gutenburg
Detail from the Gutenburg Bible, of the opening of Ephesians, 1454

Background imageEphesians Collection: Leaf Latin Bible Initial P St. Paul Holding Sword

Leaf Latin Bible Initial P St. Paul Holding Sword
Leaf from a Latin Bible: Initial P with St. Paul Holding a Sword (St. Pauls Epistle to the Ephesians) (2 of 2 Excised Leaves), c. 1250. Circle or workshop of Johannes Grusch Atelier (French)

Background imageEphesians Collection: Sword Of The Spirit

Sword Of The Spirit

Background imageEphesians Collection: White flowers and dove on a cross-shaped Easter card

White flowers and dove on a cross-shaped Easter card
White flowers and a dove on a cross-shaped Easter card, with a Biblical quotation. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageEphesians Collection: Conjectural recreation of Ephesus, Turkey

Conjectural recreation of Ephesus, Turkey
Conjectural recreation of the city of Ephesus, Turkey, viewed from the Coressus

Background imageEphesians Collection: St Paul the Apostle in prison, writing his epistle to the Ephesians. 1st century AD

St Paul the Apostle in prison, writing his epistle to the Ephesians. 1st century AD. Bible Ephesians 3.1. 19th century wood engraving

Background imageEphesians Collection: Diana of the Ephesians

Diana of the Ephesians, the many-breasted


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"Ephesians: A Tale of Foolhardiness and Vanity" In the ancient city of Ephesus, a story unfolds, revealing the depths of human folly and the allure of vanity. As captured in various artistic depictions throughout history, this cautionary tale from the book (4:19) serves as a timeless reminder. Dating back to around 1570-72, an anonymous creator brings forth an illustration for Lord Byron's Don Juan. Lady Adeline is portrayed as "My Dian of the Ephesians, " symbolizing her enchanting beauty that captivates hearts but also exposes mankind's susceptibility to superficiality. An illuminated calendar from April 1846 showcases St. Paul himself penning his epistle to the Ephesians. This engraving captures his profound words that warn against succumbing to worldly desires and empty pursuits. Another engraving depicts a pivotal moment when the people of Ephesus burn their books in Acts XIX:19. It represents their realization that knowledge alone cannot bring true fulfillment; instead, they turn towards spiritual enlightenment. The theme continues with a chromolitho artwork titled "Prayer. " It emphasizes seeking solace beyond materialistic ambitions by finding strength through faith and connection with a higher power. John Yonge Akerman's numismatic illustrations further emphasize key narrative portions from the New Testament, including those related to Ephesians. These engravings serve as visual reminders that wisdom lies not in earthly possessions but in embracing divine teachings. A precious manuscript leaf reveals an opening passage from Saint Paul's Epistle to the Ephesians translated into French—a testament to how this message transcends time and language barriers while urging self-reflection upon all who encounter it. Lastly, standing tall amidst these depictions is Artemis/Diana statue—an embodiment of feminine grace worshipped by ancient Ephesian inhabitants. Its presence reminds us how even revered idols can lead astray those who idolize them, highlighting the dangers of misplaced devotion.