Ethelbert Collection (#2)

Ethelbert Nevin, 1862-1901. American Composer. Portrait By Chase Emerson. American Artist 1874-1922

The Reception of Saint Augustine by Ethelbert, 1912. From The Mighty Army, by W. M. Letts, illustrated by Stephen Reid. [Wells Gardner, Darton & Co. Ltd, London, 1912]

The Baptism of Ethelbert King of Kent, 597 (1878). Artist: Robert Anderson
The Baptism of Ethelbert King of Kent, 597 (1878). After William Dyce (1806?1864). From Pictures and Royal Portraits Illustrative of English and Scottish History, by Thomas Archer

Augustine Preaching to Ethelbert and Bertha, 1925. From Highroads of History, book II: Stories from British History, published by Thomas Nelson and Sons (London, Edinburgh, New York, 1925)

The Baptism of Ethelbert King of Kent, by St Augustine, Canterbury in 597, (19th century). Artist: R Anderson
The Baptism of Ethelbert King of Kent, by St Augustine, Canterbury in 597, (19th century). Ethelbert King of Kent is converted to Christianity

Portraits and Dresses of the Kings of England... c1783.Artist: Hawkins
Portraits and Dresses of the Kings of England (with their Arms) prior to the Norman Conquest, c1783. Engraving from Barnards New Complete and Authentic History of England, (c1783)

The Chapel of St Pancras, 6th century
The Chapel of St Pancras in St Augustines Abbey. Built of Roman brick, it was claimed to be the site of King Ethelberts idol-house before his conversion, 6th century

St Augustine preaching to King Ethelbert and Queen Bertha, 19th century. Artist: James William Edmund Doyle
Illustration of St Augustine preaching to King Ethelbert and Queen Bertha, from a Chronicle of England by James Doyle, printed by Edmund Evans, 19th century

St Augustine of Canterbury (d604). Augustine was sent by Pope Gregory I to convert the Anglo-Saxons to Christianity. He is seen here preaching before Ethelbert (552)

Ethelbert Road Primary School, Faversham - Class 5. Date: 1913

Canterbury Festival Pageant
The first Archbishop of Canterbury, St Augustine, blessing King Ethelbert and his queen in a scene from the Canterbury Festival Pageant

St Augustine of Canterbury (d. 604) preaching before Ethelbert (552ja-616) Anglo-Saxon
St Augustine of Canterbury (d.604) preaching before Ethelbert (552ja-616) Anglo-Saxon king of Kent whom he baptised in 597. Augustine sent by Pope Gregory I to convert Anglo-Saxons to Christianity

ETHELBERT NEVIN (1862-1901). American pianist and composer. U. S. commemorative postage stamp, 1940
ETHELBERT NEVIN (1862-1901). American pianist and composer. U.S. commemorative postage stamp, 1940

King Ethelbert Converted
Ethelbert, the Saxon King of Kent, is converted to Christianity by Augustine, who had been sent to England by Pope Gregory

St Augustine before Ethelbert
King Ethelbert and his consort Bertha, Saxon rulers of Kent, are addressed by Augustine, sent by Pope Gregory on a Christian mission to England. Date: 597 A.D

Archbishop Laurence converts Eadbald
Laurence, Archbishop of Canterbury, convinces King Eadbald of Kent to convert to Christianity. Eadbald, a pagan, succeeded his father Ethelbert (who had converted to Christianity) in 616 A.D

St. Augustines Gateway
The noble and splendidly decorated gatway of St. Augustines Abbey, Canterbury, Kent, England. Originally called St. Ethelberts Gate, now Bailey House school gate. Date: 14th century

St Augustine and the English
St Augustine was sent by Pope Gregory as a missionary to England. He went first to King Ethelbert (because his French wife Bertha was already a Christian). Date: Circa 600 AD

Ethelbert &^ Augustine
Augustine preaches Christianity to Ethelbert, King of Kent, and Queen Bertha

Augustine & Ethelbert
Ethelbert, king of Kent, is baptised by Saint Augustine

Augustine preaching to King Ethelbert and Queen Bertha
Augustine, first Archbishop of Canterbury (from 598). He was a Benedictine prior at a monastery in Rome, and Christian missionary to the English

Queen Bertha, later a saint
BERTHA, BERTA, BERTE, BERTHE, BERTRADA or ALDEBERGE Queen of Ethelbert, King of Kent, daughter of Charibert I, Merovingian King of Paris

Ethelbert Baptised
Ethelbert, king of Kent, is baptised a Christian by saint Augustine, sent by pope Gregory to Christianise the British people whether they wanted it or not

St Augustine bringing Christianity to Britain
St Augustine and his companions bring Christianity to Britain -- their procession approaches the camp of King Ethelbert

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Ethelbert, a name that echoes through history and resonates with tales of bravery, faith, and transformation. From the Ethelbert Gate in Norwich to St Ethelbert's Gate in Norfolk, this name is etched into the very fabric of these ancient lands. In the year 593, a map of Britain was printed by Stanfords Geographical Establishment, showcasing the vast kingdom ruled by King Ethelbert. It was during his reign that Saint Augustine of Canterbury arrived on these shores to convert him to Christianity. The vivid lithographs depict their fateful meeting and the momentous reception given by Ethelbert. One such lithograph captures Queen Bertha as she hands a drugged cup to her husband. This pivotal event symbolizes not only their love but also their unwavering commitment to embracing a new faith. The Conversion stands as an enduring testament to his open-mindedness and willingness to embrace change. Canterbury became a beacon for Christianity under his rule, forever altering the religious landscape of Kent. Beyond historical depictions lies another facet of Ethelbert's legacy - hospitality. The photograph reveals the grandeur and elegance of the renowned Ethelbert Hotel in Margate, Essex – a place where weary travelers found respite amidst its tranquil surroundings. But it is not just castles and hotels that define this enigmatic figure; knights in armor astride majestic horses evoke images of chivalry lost in dense forests or battling against tempestuous storms on dark nights. These brave warriors embody both strength and honor – qualities often associated with King Ethelbert himself. As we delve into history's tapestry woven around this illustrious name, we uncover stories that continue to captivate our imagination. Whether it be conversion or conquests, hospitality or heroism - each tale adds another layer to understanding who Ethelbert truly was: A king whose impact still reverberates across time and place.