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Martin Luther with the dead body of his daughter Magdalena, 1542 (engraving)
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Martin Luther with the dead body of his daughter Magdalena, 1542 (engraving)
3647738 Martin Luther with the dead body of his daughter Magdalena, 1542 (engraving) by Konig, Gustav Ferdinand Leopold (1808-69); Private Collection; (add.info.: Martin Luther with the dead body of his daughter Magdalena, 1542. Illustration for Dr Martin Luther by Gustav Konig (Besser, 1857). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn
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This poignant engraving captures a heartbreaking moment in the life of Martin Luther, the influential figure of the Protestant Reformation. In 1542, Luther experienced immense sorrow as he mourned the loss of his beloved daughter Magdalena. The image depicts Luther kneeling beside her lifeless body on a deathbed, consumed by grief and sadness. The artist Gustav Ferdinand Leopold Konig masterfully conveys the depth of Luther's despair through intricate details and emotive expressions. The somber atmosphere is palpable as we witness a father grappling with unimaginable tragedy. Magdalena's untimely death serves as a powerful reminder of the fragility of life during this tumultuous period in history. It symbolizes not only personal loss but also reflects broader themes such as mortality and faith. Lutherism, which Martin Luther championed, was deeply rooted in Christianity and played a significant role in shaping religious beliefs across Europe. This engraving offers us an intimate glimpse into one man's struggle to reconcile his profound grief with his unwavering devotion to God. As we contemplate this moving artwork, it prompts us to reflect on our own experiences with loss and reminds us that even great figures like Martin Luther faced moments of profound sorrow.
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