St Margaret Clitherow
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St Margaret Clitherow
Saint MARGARET CLITHEROW (nee Middleton), respectable but Catholic housewife of York convicted of harbouring priests, crushed to death with those weights 24 March 1586
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1586 Convicted Crushed House Wife Margaret Middleton Priests Respectable Weights
EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant image depicts St. Margaret Clitherow, a respectable housewife from York who, despite her social standing, was deeply committed to her Catholic faith. Born Margaret Middleton, she was convicted of harboring Catholic priests during a time when their presence was forbidden by the English authorities. On March 24, 1586, Margaret was brought before the court and sentenced to a grisly death. She was pressed to death with heavy weights, a punishment reserved for those deemed to be the most serious offenders. Despite the severity of her sentence, Margaret's faith never wavered. She was known for her kindness and generosity, and her home was a refuge for many Catholics seeking safety and solace. Her courage and unwavering commitment to her faith earned her the title of 'The Pearl of York' and, later, sainthood in the Catholic Church. The image of St. Margaret Clitherow, with her serene expression and the weights ominously looming behind her, serves as a powerful reminder of her unwavering faith and the price she paid for her beliefs. Her story is a testament to the resilience and determination of those who refused to compromise their faith, even in the face of persecution and death. St. Margaret Clitherow's legacy continues to inspire generations, and her story is an important chapter in the rich history of the Catholic Church in England. This print, with its haunting yet beautiful depiction of a woman of faith and courage, is a fitting tribute to a remarkable woman who refused to be silenced or broken by the forces of intolerance and hatred.
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