Persecuted Collection (#3)

Scene from a comedy by Hrotsvitha, a canoness and author (woodcut)
7201488 Scene from a comedy by Hrotsvitha, a canoness and author (woodcut) by German School, (15th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scene from a comedy by Hrotsvitha)

Capture of Saint George (painting)
VEN5027802 Capture of Saint George (painting) by Cignaroli, Giambettino (1706-70); (add.info.: by Giambettino Cignaroli (1706-1770)

God frightens Heliodorus in a temple, 2 Maccabees (3: 21-28), 1695 (engraving)
937193 God frightens Heliodorus in a temple, 2 Maccabees (3:21-28), 1695 (engraving) by Weigel, Christoph (1654-1725); Private Collection; (add.info)

Siege of Carcassonne by Simon de Montfort, 1209 (engraving)
7185674 Siege of Carcassonne by Simon de Montfort, 1209 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

St Catherine of Alexandria and St Agnes (chromolitho)
7173168 St Catherine of Alexandria and St Agnes (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Catherine of Alexandria and St Agnes)

St Stephen carrying a martyrs palm frond and the stones used in his martyrdom (engraving)
7185076 St Stephen carrying a martyrs palm frond and the stones used in his martyrdom (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Taborites worshipping in a cave, illustration from The History of Protestantism
619641 Taborites worshipping in a cave, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

Albigensian worshippers on the banks of the Rhone, illustration from
619621 Albigensian worshippers on the banks of the Rhone, illustration from The History of Protestantism by James Aitken Wylie (1808-1890), pub

Persecuted, but not Forsaken, 1882 (oil on canvas)
2829629 Persecuted, but not Forsaken, 1882 (oil on canvas) by Field, Walter (1837-1901); Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums, Galleries & Archives; Bequest of Lord Winterstoke

The Maid-Of-All-Work is put upon. Now, Betsy be quick and wash up the breakfast things, clear the kitchen, make the beds, and get me up carefully a pair of sleeves

Dante in Exile, 1864 (oil on canvas)
PNH354614 Dante in Exile, 1864 (oil on canvas) by Leighton, Frederic (1830-96); 152.5x254 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Meeting of St. Ignatius of Antioch (d. c. 107 AD) and St. Polycarp of Smyrna (c. 69-c)
ALI174896 The Meeting of St. Ignatius of Antioch (d.c.107 AD) and St. Polycarp of Smyrna (c.69-c.155 AD) (oil on canvas) (b/w photo) by Triga, Giacomo (1675-1746); San Clemente, Rome

Members of the Waldensian movement fleeing persecution (engraving)
3647270 Members of the Waldensian movement fleeing persecution (engraving) by Vogel, Hermann (1856-1918); Private Collection; (add.info.: Members of the Waldensian movement fleeing persecution)

Dragonnades: persecutions directed against the Protestant communities of the Kingdom of
7110174 Dragonnades: persecutions directed against the Protestant communities of the Kingdom of France during the 1680s. 19th century (engraving) by Roux

A converted British Family sheltering a Christian Missionary from the Persecution of
1217351 A converted British Family sheltering a Christian Missionary from the Persecution of the Druids, 1850 (oil on canvas) by Hunt, William Holman (1827-1910); 111x141 cm; Ashmolean Museum

Judge Jeffries (1648-89) Hurling Abuse at Richard Baxter (1615-91
SAG180982 Judge Jeffries (1648-89) Hurling Abuse at Richard Baxter (1615-91) at his Trial (oil on canvas) by Ward, Edward Matthew (1816-79); Sheffield Galleries and Museums Trust

Portrait of Joseph Priestley (1733-1804)
ZIN47085 Portrait of Joseph Priestley (1733-1804) by English School, (18th century); Dr Williamss Library, London; (add.info)

Saint Justina of Padua, c. 1490 (oil on wood)
5667789 Saint Justina of Padua, c.1490 (oil on wood) by Montagna, Bartolomeo (c.1450-1525); 48.6 x 37.5 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Portrait of Magnus Hirschfeld, 1928 (photo)
5892883 Portrait of Magnus Hirschfeld, 1928 (photo); Private Collection; (add.info.: Magnus Hirschfeld (1868 - 1935) was a German physician and sexologist educated primarily in Germany

Portrait of Jean Calas, illustration from Le Livre Rouge
XEE2648419 Portrait of Jean Calas, illustration from Le Livre Rouge, by Dupray de la Maherie, 1863 (coloured engraving) by French School

The Flight into Egypt, 1669 (oil on canvas)
488205 The Flight into Egypt, 1669 (oil on canvas) by Moreno, Jose (1642-74); 165.1 x 248.92 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; (add.info.: Bible. New Testament. The Flight into Egypt)

Louis Basile Carre de Montgeron receiving a lettre de cachet from King Louis XV
CHT382719 Louis Basile Carre de Montgeron receiving a lettre de cachet from King Louis XV, 1737 (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (18th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet

Entering a New World, Jewish Refugees from Russia passing the colossal Statue in New York
TPG448235 Entering a New World, Jewish Refugees from Russia passing the colossal Statue in New York Harbour, illustration from The Graphic, Februrary 13 1892 (engraving) by Staniland, Charles J

Bishop John of Speyer protects the persecuted Jews (engraving)
970789 Bishop John of Speyer protects the persecuted Jews (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bishop John of Speyer protects the persecuted Jews)

Christian Martyrs (engraving)
961433 Christian Martyrs (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christian Martyrs. Engraving after an original painting by Erich Brunkal)

The struggle between the State and the Church in Mexico (colour litho)
2777731 The struggle between the State and the Church in Mexico (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Persecuted Canary (engraving)
6005366 The Persecuted Canary (engraving) by Weir, Harrison William (1824-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Persecuted Canary)

MEETING OF PROTESTANTS
Persecuted protestants meet secretly in the hills, Provence. Date: circa 1700

Protestants persecuted, France 1703
Protestant homes in France, where they might attempt to hold religious congregations, are attacked and burned. Date: 1703

The History of Nastagio degli honesty (Table I), on a tale of The Decameron by Boccaccio

Stephen stoned to death in 36 AD
Apostle Stephen stoned to death for preaching Christianity, 36 AD. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century Gustave Dore illustration

The Burning Of Thomas Tomkinss Hand By Bishop Bonner From The Burning Of The Martyrs 1741. Edmund Bonner 1500? To 1555

Monastery Destroyed
RELIGION PERSECUTED On the pretext of building a cultural centre, officials blow up the church of an ancient monastery Date: 1930

Vianney Photo
SAINT J B M VIANNEY known as the Cure d Ars, French churchman, persecuted by demons who disapproved of his piety. Photo 1858 Date: 1786 - 1818

Sollius Sidonius
SOLLIUS SIDONIUS much-persecuted churchman and statesman of Gaul, whose remains lie in a church at Clermont. Date: 432? - 482?

Gobel resigns his episcopal office, 1793, from Histoire de la Revolution Francaise
KW245918 Gobel resigns his episcopal office, 1793, from Histoire de la Revolution Francaise by Louis Blanc (1811-82) 1847-62 (litho) by Renaud

The Kiss of Peace in the Catacombs (oil on canvas)
XIR201596 The Kiss of Peace in the Catacombs (oil on canvas) by Coubertin, Charles Louis Fredy de (1822-1908); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Rouen

The Picture of the Hanging and Burning of Diverse Persons Counted for Lollards, in
XJF105824 The Picture of the Hanging and Burning of Diverse Persons Counted for Lollards, in the First Year of the Reign of King Henry V, from Acts and Monuments by John Foxe (1516-87)

Cardinal Reginald Pole (1500-1558) English prelate. Archbishop of Canterbury. Persecuted Protestants during reign of Mary I. Engraving after the portrait by Titian

Group of Romanian Jews
A group of Romanian Jews, with a quotation from Prime Minister Carp. Below is an historical note about the persecution of the Jews in Romania in 1866

Bishop Bonners Cottages
Built c. 1502, these pargetted picturesque thatched cottages, in East Dereham, Norfolk, England, were once the home of BISHOP EDMUND BONNER, who cruelly persecuted Protestants Date: early 16th century

View of village pond in evening sunshine, supposedly last site of witch swimming or ducking, The Grimmer, Wickham Skeith, Suffolk, England, september

Waldenses to Piedmont
Sometimes tolerated, sometimes persecuted, the Waldenses - deemed heretics by Rome - take refuge in Piedmont

Protestants Persecuted
Following the revocation of the Edit de Nantes, which promised religious toleration, protestants are officially persecuted : troops disperse an assembly in Provence

Temple Destroyed
With the revocation of the Edit de Nantes, which promised religious toleration, French protestants are officially persecuted : their temple at Charenton is demolished

Dragonnades
After the revocation of the Edit de Nantes, which promised religious toleration, French protestants are officially persecuted in the infamous dragonnades

Waldenses Flight - 1
Persecuted by Louis XIV and his Italian allies, the heretical sect of the Waldenses flee to Switzerland and Germany. They are attacked in the Balsille

Prophets of the Cevennes
THE PROPHETS OF THE CEVENNES Persecuted after Louis XIV revokes the Edict of Nantes, the French protestants in the Cevennes manifest remarkable prophesying, convulsions etc

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"Persecuted: A Glimpse into History's Dark Chapters" In the annals of history, moments of persecution have left indelible marks on our collective consciousness. From the haunting image of Buddhist monk Thich Quang Duc setting himself ablaze in protest against oppression to the martyrdom of Jan Hus and the massacre of Jews in York, these events remind us of humanity's capacity for cruelty. The self-immolation of Thich Quang Duc in Saigon serves as a stark reminder that sometimes peaceful resistance is met with unimaginable brutality. His act was a desperate plea for justice, highlighting President Ngo Dinh Diem's anti-Buddhist measures and mistreatment towards protestors. The photograph captured by Malcolm Browne immortalizes this sacrifice and continues to inspire generations. Saint Tarcisius, Sawtre, Lollard, Burns - names etched in history as victims who faced persecution due to their unwavering faith. Their stories reflect the struggles endured by those who dared to defy religious norms or challenge oppressive regimes. Whether it be Orthodox Christians facing discrimination or individuals condemned for practicing witchcraft during Holland's dark times, their suffering stands as testament to the lengths some would go to suppress freedom. Even art has depicted persecution throughout centuries; from Christ carrying his cross towards Calvary painted by an unknown artist in 1505 to night scenes from the Inquisition portrayed on canvas around 1810. These visual representations serve as reminders that persecution can take many forms - physical pain inflicted upon bodies or psychological torment imposed through fear and intimidation. Not all instances end tragically though; Sergei Pavlovich Korolev emerged triumphant despite being persecuted for his scientific pursuits under Soviet rule. This brilliant engineer overcame adversity and played a pivotal role in advancing space exploration. As we look back at these chapters stained with bloodshed and tears, let us remember that they are not mere footnotes but cautionary tales.