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Book autodafe and persecutions of Confucian letters opposing the legism of the Qin dynasty under the rule of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, 213-210 BC, China (Fires of Qin: burning of books and burying of scholars)
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Book autodafe and persecutions of Confucian letters opposing the legism of the Qin dynasty under the rule of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, 213-210 BC, China (Fires of Qin: burning of books and burying of scholars)
ELD4881760 Book autodafe and persecutions of Confucian letters opposing the legism of the Qin dynasty under the rule of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, 213-210 BC, China (Fires of Qin: burning of books and burying of scholars, burning of texts and slaughter of scholars during the Qin dynasty, under the reign of Qin Shi Huang and of Ancient China, between 213 210 BC) 1847 Private collection; (add.info.: Book autodafe and persecutions of Confucian letters opposing the legism of the Qin dynasty under the rule of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, 213-210 BC, China (Fires of Qin: burning of books and burying of scholars, burning of texts and slaughter of scholars during the Qin dynasty, under the reign of Qin Shi Huang and of Ancient China, between 213 210 BC) 1847 Private Collection); Photo © The Holbarn Archive
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This powerful print captures the dark chapter in Chinese history known as the Book Burning of Qin Shi Huang. During his reign from 213-210 BC, Emperor Qin Shi Huang ordered the burning of books and the burial of scholars who opposed his legalistic policies.
The image depicts the autodafe, or public burning, of Confucian texts and the persecution of intellectuals who dared to challenge the emperor's authority. The Fires of Qin were a brutal campaign to suppress dissent and enforce strict adherence to Qin dynasty ideology.
In this scene, we see flames engulfing ancient scrolls and manuscripts while scholars are led to their final resting place underground. The destruction of knowledge and wisdom was seen as a necessary sacrifice for maintaining absolute control over the empire.
The legacy of this ruthless act reverberates through Chinese history, symbolizing the dangers of censorship and authoritarian rule. It serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving intellectual freedom and protecting diverse perspectives in society.
Through this haunting image, we are confronted with the consequences of power unchecked and minds silenced. It is a stark reminder that tyranny can come in many forms, but resistance against oppression will always endure.
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