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German Saxons Baptised
Charlemagne defeats the Saxons, and forces them to be baptised as Christians Date: circa 792
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Baptised Baptism Charlemagne Christians Defeats Forces Saxons
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This evocative image captures the historic moment of the German Saxons being baptized by Charlemagne and his bishops in the year 792. The Saxons, a pagan people living in the northern and eastern parts of what is now Germany, had long resisted the advances of the Christian faith. Charlemagne, the Frankish king and later Holy Roman Emperor, saw the conversion of the Saxons as a crucial step in spreading Christianity throughout his empire and unifying the diverse peoples under his rule. The scene depicted in the print shows Charlemagne, dressed in regal attire and holding a cross, presiding over the baptism of a group of Saxon men and women. The bishops, dressed in their liturgical robes, assist in the ceremony, pouring water over the converts as they renounce their pagan beliefs and embrace the new faith. The customs and traditions of the Saxons, with their distinctive clothing and hairstyles, are on full display in this image. The men wear short tunics and trousers, while the women wear long dresses and elaborate headdresses. The Saxons are shown holding their weapons and shields, a reminder of the military force that Charlemagne used to bring them to the baptismal font. This powerful image not only captures the historical significance of the event but also the cultural richness and diversity of the peoples of medieval Europe. The baptism of the Saxons marked a turning point in European history, paving the way for the spread of Christianity and the consolidation of the Frankish Empire under Charlemagne's rule.
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