False Prophet Collection

The birth tray: The Story of a False Prophet, ca 1340. Creator: Anonymous
The birth tray: The Story of a False Prophet, ca 1340. Found in the collection of the Musei Vaticani in Viale Vaticano, Rome

Three Figures Supporting a Man, Smaller Sketch of the Same, and Studies for the... c.1558. Creator: Taddeo Zuccaro
Three Figures Supporting a Man, Smaller Sketch of the Same, and Studies for the Blinding of Elymas, c.1558

Sheet of Studies for the Blinding of Elymas, Sacrifice at Lystra, and a Holy Family, c.1558. Creator: Taddeo Zuccaro
Sheet of Studies for the Blinding of Elymas, Sacrifice at Lystra, and a Holy Family, c.1558

Blinding of Elymas, c. 1807. Creator: John Constable
Blinding of Elymas, c. 1807

Leaves from our Artists Note-Book in Abyssinia (engraving)
1045569 Leaves from our Artists Note-Book in Abyssinia (engraving) by Johnston, Harry Hamilton (1858-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Leaves from our Artists Note-Book in Abyssinia)

The Dragons Vomiting Frogs, no. 62 from The Apocalypse of Angers
XIR159200 The Dragons Vomiting Frogs, no.62 from The Apocalypse of Angers, 1373-87 (tapestry) by Bataille, Nicolas (fl. 1363-1400); Musee des Tapisseries, Angers

The Beast is Thrown into the Lake of Sulphur, from The Apocalypse of Angers
XIR158870 The Beast is Thrown into the Lake of Sulphur, from The Apocalypse of Angers, 1373-87 (tapestry) by Bataille, Nicolas (fl)

Destruction of the Beast and the False Prophet, 1804 (oil on panel)
488059 Destruction of the Beast and the False Prophet, 1804 (oil on panel) by West, Benjamin (1738-1820); 99.1x143.5 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN

Blinding of Elymas, c1810-c1844. Artist: Henry Corbould
Blinding of Elymas, c1810-c1844

Unclean Spirits Issuing Mouths Dragon Beast False Prophet
Unclean Spirits Issuing from the Mouths of the Dragon, the Beast, and the False Prophet; London (probably), England; about 1255 - 1260; Tempera colors, gold leaf, colored washes

Panel forty four of the Altar of the Apocalypse, 15th century. Artist: Master Bertram of Hamburg
Panel forty four of the Altar of the Apocalypse, showing unclean spirits like frogs coming out of the mouths of the dragon, the beast, and the false prophet

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A false prophet is someone who claims to have divine insight or spiritual authority, but ultimately leads others astray with deceitful teachings and manipulative tactics. These individuals prey on the vulnerable and desperate, promising salvation or enlightenment in exchange for blind loyalty and financial support. They twist sacred texts and exploit people's faith for personal gain, all while masquerading as a messenger of God. Beware of those who speak with honeyed words but harbor sinister intentions; true prophets do not seek fame or fortune, but humbly serve their communities with integrity and compassion. Stay vigilant against the wolves in sheep's clothing, for they will stop at nothing to deceive and destroy those who trust them blindly. Remember that true wisdom comes from discernment and critical thinking, not blind obedience to charismatic charlatans posing as holy messengers.