Poster Print : Jesuits in India
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Jesuits in India
Jesuit missionaries preach to the Brahmans Date: 1542
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1542 Jesuit Jesuits Missionaries Preach Brahmans
20x30 inch Poster Print
Bring history to life with our stunning Jesuits in India poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts Jesuit missionaries engaged in a sermon before a gathered crowd of Brahmans in 1542. This beautifully detailed, high-quality print is an evocative reminder of the rich cultural exchange that occurred between the East and West during the colonial era. Add this intriguing piece to your home or office space to ignite curiosity and spark meaningful conversations.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures a pivotal moment in the rich and complex history of religious exchange between Europe and Asia, as Jesuit missionaries engage in dialogue with Brahman scholars in India during the year 1542. The Jesuit Order, founded by St. Ignatius Loyola in 1534, had recently arrived in India as part of the Portuguese colonial expansion. The Jesuits, known for their educational and missionary work, sought to spread the teachings of Christianity throughout the world. In this photograph, we see a group of Jesuit missionaries, dressed in their distinctive black robes and white collars, seated in a courtyard surrounded by a gathering of Brahman scholars. The Brahmans, the highest caste in Hindu society, were renowned for their knowledge of the Vedas and other sacred texts. The Jesuits, in turn, brought with them the teachings of the Bible and the European scholarly tradition. The scene is one of respectful dialogue and exchange, as the two groups engage in a deep and intellectual discourse. The Jesuits, with their European education and theological training, were able to present the Christian faith in a way that resonated with the Brahman scholars. This encounter marked the beginning of a long and complex history of religious exchange between Europe and Asia, as well as the beginning of the Jesuit presence in India, which would last for over three centuries. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the rich and complex history of religious exchange between Europe and Asia, and the enduring impact of the Jesuit missionaries in India. It also highlights the importance of respectful dialogue and exchange in fostering understanding and mutual respect between different cultures and faiths.
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