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SPANISH INQUISITION. Procession of heretics during the Spanish Inquisition
SPANISH INQUISITION.
Procession of heretics during the Spanish Inquisition. Line engraving from Historia Inquisitionis, by Phillip van Limborch, 1692
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Media ID 12417866
1692 Catholic Counter Reformation Crucifix Flag Heretic Limborch Phillip Priest Procession Religious Spanish Inquisition Tribunal
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a chilling moment from the dark era of the Spanish Inquisition. The image showcases a solemn procession of heretics, led by priests and surrounded by religious symbols and flags. Every detail in this line engraving, taken from Phillip van Limborch's Historia Inquisitionis published in 1692, speaks volumes about the intensity and severity of this historical period. The scene is set against an exterior backdrop, possibly representing a medieval town square or street. The atmosphere is charged with tension as people gather to witness the public punishment of those deemed heretics by the Catholic Church. A crucifix looms large above them all, serving as a constant reminder of their faith's power over their lives. The Spanish Inquisition was part of the Counter Reformation movement initiated by the Catholic Church to suppress dissenting beliefs during that time. This image encapsulates both its religious fervor and its ruthless pursuit of conformity. As we reflect on this haunting depiction, it serves as a stark reminder that history has witnessed moments when religion became entangled with power and intolerance. It urges us to strive for understanding and acceptance in our own times while cherishing our hard-won freedoms.
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