Soul Collection

PARADISO: DORE. Beatrice leads Dante into the Empyrean, or highest level of Heaven, where he beholds the angels and souls of the blessed forming a snow white rose in attendance upon the Deity

SAM COOKE (1933-1964). American soul singer. Photograph, 1964

Jesus as Light of World
Jesus of Nazareth, religious leader of Jewish origin who preached Christianity, depicted here as The Light of the World, knocking at the door of the human soul

Roman memento mori mosaic. Mosaics consist of small pieces of coloured glass or stone, used to form an image or pattern on a floor or wall

Portrait of singer Diana Ross
Diana Ross (1944-), American pop and soul singer and actress - the lead member of the girl band The Supremes in the 1960s

Stevie Wonder in London
Singer Stevie Wonder in London in 1965

Paradiso, Canto 31 : The saintly throng form a rose in the empyrean (rose celeste)
GIA745614 Paradiso, Canto 31 : The saintly throng form a rose in the empyrean (rose celeste), illustration from The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri, 1885 (digitally coloured engraving) by Dore

American singer, Nina Simone, in the UK recording a television programme called Sound of Soul for London Weekend Television

As I see my soul reflected in Nature... the Female I see... Date: 1913

Faust and Mephistopheles
The ageing Faust uses his knowledge of magic to summon up Mephistopheles, who agrees to restore his lost youth in exchange for his soul : its a bargain

The Last Judgement, 1865-1866. Artist: Gustave Dore
The Last Judgement, 1865-1866. From the Bible (Book of Revelation 20:11)

Barry White American soul singer arriving at Heathrow Airport with his wife Glodean White and sister Linda James

Soul Leaving Body
The soul - the astral body - leaves the physical body of a girl at the moment of death, unseen by the living

Dante and Virgil in Inferno, crossing the cocytus, 1885 (engraving)
XEE746645 Dante and Virgil in Inferno, crossing the cocytus, 1885 (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: Inferno)

St. Michael Weighing the Souls, from the Last Judgement, c
MAE170072 St. Michael Weighing the Souls, from the Last Judgement, c.1445-50 (oil on panel) (see 20546) by Weyden, Rogier van der (1399-1464); Hotel Dieu, Beaune

Sade, singer, real name Helen Folasade Adu from Nigeria, pictured in this October 1984 picture shoot for The Daily Record

The Dweller in the Innermost, c1885, (1912). Artist: George Frederick Watts
The Dweller in the Innermost, c1885, (1912). Painting held at the Tate, London. From Bibbys Annual 1912, [J. Bibby & Sons, Liverpool, 1912]

St Paul, 1407 (tempera on panel)
XPH309202 St Paul, 1407 (tempera on panel) by Rublev, Andrei (c.1370-1430); 159x105 cm; Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia; (add.info.: Apostel Paulus; ); Russian, out of copyright

Kia Soul Exclaim

One with Britain, Heart and Soul, One Life, One Flag, One Throne, Tennyson (engraving)
1039708 One with Britain, Heart and Soul, One Life, One Flag, One Throne, Tennyson (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: One with Britain, Heart and Soul)

Maceo Parker, 2000. Creator: Brian Foskett
Maceo Parker, American funk and soul jazz saxophonist, 2000. Best known for his work with James Brown in the 1960s

Nicholas of Cusa, Nikolaus Krebs, called (1401-1464). Philosopher, politician and cardinal of the Catholic church. Page of the dialogue De Ludo Globi (the ball game), 1460

Soul Leaves Body
The SOUL leaves the BODY at the moment of death

Lilies of the Valley, Purity and return of
Lilies of the Valley, Convallaria majalis, Purity and return of happiness; The purple Emperor Butterfly, Apatura iris, Immortality of the soul

Versailles Palace
Birds eye view done in the year Louis XIV died, as his soul would have seen it for the last time as he ascended to Heaven. Date: 1715

Faust - Liebig - 1
FAUST Mephistopheles, summoned by Faust, shows him a vision of Marguerite, whereupon he signs a pact exchanging his soul for youth and pleasure

Trombonist 1890S Photo
Who is this unnamed trombonist of Bristol, posing so glumly with his instrument ? Did he perform at parties ? If so, he was doubtless the life and soul of the evening

The Reunion of the Soul and the Body, pl. 13, illustration from The Grave, A
XYC290782 The Reunion of the Soul and the Body, pl.13, illustration from The Grave, A, Poem by William Blake (1757-1827), engraved by Luigi Schiavonetti (1765-1810), 1808 (etching) by Blake

Hope...!!
Hosam.Karara

soul in flames
Adela Lia Rusu

Hope...!!
Hosam.Karara

Hope...!!
Hosam.Karara

Charon transports the souls of the dead to the kingdom of Hades, 2nd half of 19th century. Creator: Mikhail Znamensky
Charon transports the souls of the dead to the kingdom of Hades, 2nd half of 19th century. From a collection of 239 drawings

Hope...!!
Hosam.Karara

Broken flowers
Samanta Krivec

Sephirot Tree of Life, 1617 (engraving)
GIA702699 Sephirot Tree of Life, 1617 (engraving) by Fludd (Fluctibus), Robert (1574-1637); Private Collection; eGiancarlo Costa; English, out of copyright

The soul of a mustang
Victoria Glinka

Worship
Ali Nejatbakhsh

American jazz singer Billie Holiday Jazz Singer in the UK ahead of her first concert appearance at the Royal Albert Hall on 14th February, 8th February 1954

Goldean White wife of Pop star Barry White seen here displaying her long finger nails. May 1975

Cancer
Valeria Castillo

A Departed Spirit uplifted by Two Angels, 1797-98 (graphite & wash on paper)
7441098 A Departed Spirit uplifted by Two Angels, 1797-98 (graphite & wash on paper) by Flaxman, John (1755-1826); 18.1 x 9.4 cm; UCL Art Museum, University College London

„Don't Be Sad “ Potion
Dina Belenko

B1978.43.1498
For Children. The Gates of Paradise, Plate 15, "Fear & hope are -- Vision"

Stone statues marking graves in Adashino Nenbutsuji Temple on the outskirts of Arashiyama with red, yellow maple carpet at peak fall foliage color dur Stone statues marking graves in Adashino

Amy Soulful
Nour Tohme

Golden
Anne-Marie Volfova

Inferno, Canto 32 : The traitors frozen in the ice of Cocytus (Cocyte)
GIA745674 Inferno, Canto 32 : The traitors frozen in the ice of Cocytus (Cocyte), illustration from The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri, 1885 (coloured engraving) by Dore

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"Soul: The Eternal Light within Us" In the depths of darkness, Jesus shines as the Light of the World, guiding lost souls towards salvation and enlightenment. As Dante journeyed through Paradiso, led by his beloved Beatrice, he witnessed a breathtaking sight in the Empyrean - angels and blessed souls forming a snow-white rose in honor of the Divine. This celestial beauty reminds us that our soul's ultimate destination is to be united with God. The concept extends beyond heavenly realms; it resonates deeply within earthly existence too. Sam Cooke, an iconic American soul singer, captivated hearts with his melodic voice and heartfelt lyrics. His music touched countless souls and left an indelible mark on society. Just like the rose celeste described by Dante, we find reminders of our mortality in Roman memento mori mosaics. These intricate artworks serve as poignant reminders that life is fleeting and precious. Soul takes various forms - from Diana Ross' enchanting portrait capturing her essence as a talented songstress to Stevie Wonder's captivating performances that stir emotions deep within our being. Nature reflects our very own soul back at us; its beauty mirrors what lies within us all. In 1913, this sentiment was beautifully expressed when one beheld their own reflection intertwined with nature's feminine energy. Yet not all aspects are pure or divine; Faust's encounter with Mephistopheles serves as a cautionary tale about temptation and corruption lurking in every corner. As Gustave Doré depicted in "The Last Judgment, " there will come a time when each individual's soul will face scrutiny before God's throne. It serves as a reminder to live purposefully and strive for righteousness while we still have time on this earth. Sade Adu, known simply as Sade, brought her unique blend of Nigerian heritage into her music career – showcasing how diverse backgrounds can enrich one’s artistic expression and touch the souls of listeners worldwide.