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Mexico. Francisco Fray Martin de Valencia received by Hernan
Mexico. Evangelization. 16th C. Francisco Fray Martin de Valencia received by Hernan Cortes, May 12, 1524. Engraving. 1850. Color
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1524 Apostles Aztec Aztecs Cacique Chief Chieftain Christianism Conqueror Continent Conversion Cortes Crucifix Devout Evangelism Evangelist Evangelize Hernan Indians Indigene Introducing Martin Mendicant Mexican Mexico Missionary Natives Order Valencia Baptized Mendicants
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.7cm x 17.2cm (9.3" x 6.8")
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This engraving depicts a pivotal moment in the history of Mexico and the spread of Christianity in the Americas. The image, created in the 19th century, portrays the meeting between Hernán Cortés, the Spanish conquistador, and Francisco Fray Martín de Valencia, a Franciscan friar, on May 12, 1524. The scene takes place in Mexico, then the heart of the Aztec civilization. Cortés, shown in European attire and holding a crucifix, stands with respect as Fray Martín de Valencia, dressed in Franciscan robes, presents himself. The twelve apostles, symbolizing the spread of Christianity, are depicted in the background, watching over the scene. This encounter marked the beginning of the evangelization of the Aztecs and the introduction of Catholicism to the indigenous peoples of Mexico. The Franciscan friars, known as mendicants, played a crucial role in the conversion of the indigenous population. Fray Martín de Valencia, as a devout missionary, was instrumental in bringing the teachings of Christianity to the local chieftains and common people. The engraving captures the spirit of the time, as the old world met the new, and the exchange of ideas, beliefs, and cultures began to shape the future of Mexico and the American continent. The image is a testament to the enduring power of faith and the transformative impact of the encounter between different civilizations. It serves as a reminder of the rich history and diverse cultural heritage that continues to define Mexico and the Americas today.
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