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St. Dominic de Guzman and the Albigensians, 1493-99 (oil on panel)
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St. Dominic de Guzman and the Albigensians, 1493-99 (oil on panel)
3247804 St. Dominic de Guzman and the Albigensians, 1493-99 (oil on panel) by Berruguete, Pedro (c.1450-1504); 122x83 cm; Prado, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: This shows the story of a dispute between Saint Dominic and the Cathars in which the books of both were thrown on a fire and St.Dominics books were miraculously preserved from the flames, believed to symbolize the wrongness of the Cathars teachings.
); Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 18259375
© Prado, Madrid, Spain / Bridgeman Images
Albigensian Auto Da Fe Autodafe Cathar Crusade Dominican Gathering Habit Heresy Heretic Heretics Inquisition Inquisitor Languedoc Order Saint Dominic Test Theology Trial Tribunal Truth
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This print showcases Pedro Berruguete's masterpiece, "St. Dominic de Guzman and the Albigensians" which depicts a significant event in the history of religious conflict during the Middle Ages. The painting portrays Saint Dominic engaged in a dispute with the Cathars, a heretical group known for their unorthodox teachings. The focal point of this artwork is an intense moment when both Saint Dominic's books and those of the Cathars are thrown into a raging fire. Miraculously, only St. Dominic's books remain untouched by the flames, symbolizing the divine intervention that validates his teachings over those of his opponents. With its vibrant colors and meticulous details, Berruguete's oil on panel composition transports viewers back to this pivotal trial scene. The crowd gathered around reflects both curiosity and trepidation as they witness this theological test unfold before them. This painting not only captures an important historical event but also explores themes such as truth, heresy, and religious fervor prevalent during that era. It serves as a reminder of how deeply rooted beliefs can ignite conflicts and shape societies. Now housed at Prado Museum in Madrid, Spain, this Renaissance masterpiece continues to inspire contemplation about faith and its impact on human civilization throughout time.
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