Michel Servetus
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Michel Servetus
Miguel Serveto, known as MICHEL SERVETUS Spanish theologian and physician, burnt by Calvin at Geneva as a heretic, 27 October 1553
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1511 1553 Burnt Calvin Geneva Heretic Michel Miguel Physician Theologian Servetus
EDITORS COMMENTS
This powerful print captures a tragic moment in history - the burning of Michel Servetus, a Spanish theologian and physician, at the hands of John Calvin in Geneva on 27 October 1553. Servetus, also known as Miguel Serveto, was deemed a heretic by Calvin for his controversial beliefs.
The image is hauntingly evocative, with Servetus depicted amidst flames as he faces his untimely demise. The intensity of the scene is palpable, conveying the brutality and intolerance of religious persecution during this tumultuous period.
Servetus' story serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of dogma and fanaticism, highlighting the devastating consequences that can arise when differing beliefs clash. His sacrifice stands as a testament to the importance of tolerance and understanding in fostering peaceful coexistence among diverse ideologies.
Mary Evans Picture Library has captured this historical moment with remarkable clarity and detail, allowing viewers to reflect on the complexities of faith, power dynamics, and human nature. This print serves as both a visual record of past atrocities and a call to action for promoting acceptance and compassion in our modern world.
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