Purification Collection (#2)

The Circumcision Ceremony (engraving)
STC177038 The Circumcision Ceremony (engraving) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Advertisement for the laxative Clerambourg, early twentieth century
CHT231090 Advertisement for the laxative Clerambourg, early twentieth century (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

2 Kings 5 14 The cleansing of Naaman, from the Nuremberg Bible
STC67522 2 Kings 5 14 The cleansing of Naaman, from the Nuremberg Bible (Biblia Sacra Germanaica) (coloured woodcut) by German School

The Life of Christ, New Testament Cycle, lower half of window, c. 1145-50 (stained glass)
PC22068 The Life of Christ, New Testament Cycle, lower half of window, c.1145-50 (stained glass) by French School, (12th century); Chartres Cathedral, Chartres

Christ Expelling The Sellers From The Temple (oil on canvas, re-lined
3822369 Christ Expelling The Sellers From The Temple (oil on canvas, re-lined by Jouvenet, Jean-Baptiste (1644-1717) ( attr)

Priest Eleazar conducting ritual purification
This depicts High Priest Eleazar preparing the water of separation (commonly known as the water of purification) preparing to purify a bull in preparation for slaughter

Purification du temple par Josias (engraving)
3625918 Purification du temple par Josias (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Purification du temple par Josias)

The Purification of the Leper and the Temptation of Christ, in the Sistine Chapel
BEN430964 The Purification of the Leper and the Temptation of Christ, in the Sistine Chapel, 1481 (fresco) (detail of 75786) by Botticelli

The Purification of the Blessed Virgin (engraving)
2792024 The Purification of the Blessed Virgin (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Purification of the Blessed Virgin)

Jerusalem, the Church of the Purification (colour litho)
6010943 Jerusalem, the Church of the Purification (colour litho) by Roberts, David (1796-1864) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jerusalem, the Church of the Purification)

The Baptism of Christ by Saint John the Baptist, tenth panel of the South Doors of
BEN130915 The Baptism of Christ by Saint John the Baptist, tenth panel of the South Doors of the Baptistery of San Giovanni, 1336 (bronze) by Pisano, Andrea (1270-1349); 50x43 cm; Baptistery

The Baptism of the Disciples, ninth panel of the South Doors of the Baptistery of San
BEN130914 The Baptism of the Disciples, ninth panel of the South Doors of the Baptistery of San Giovanni, 1336 (bronze) by Pisano, Andrea (1270-1349); 50x43 cm; Baptistery, Florence

Purification from Envy, Purgatory, Canto 13 (engraving)
5213994 Purification from Envy, Purgatory, Canto 13 (engraving) by Flaxman, John (1755-1826) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Purification from Envy, Purgatory, Canto 13)

Purification of the Temple (coloured engraving)
3626796 Purification of the Temple (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Purification of the Temple)

Purification in the Eleusinian Mysteries of Ancient Greece (chromolitho)
3100658 Purification in the Eleusinian Mysteries of Ancient Greece (chromolitho) by Spanish School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Baptism, copy of gnostic caskets, engraved by Thierry freres (19th century) (litho
CHT287226 Baptism, copy of gnostic caskets, engraved by Thierry freres (19th century) (litho) (b/w photo) by Boilly, Julien Leopold (1796-1874) (after); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

A Temazcalli Ceremony (colour engraving)
STC109056 A Temazcalli Ceremony (colour engraving) by Fumagalli, Paolo (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: worship Mother Earth)

The Baptism of Christ, fifth panel of the North Doors of the Baptistery of San Giovanni
BEN131507 The Baptism of Christ, fifth panel of the North Doors of the Baptistery of San Giovanni, 1403-24 (bronze) by Ghiberti, Lorenzo (1378-1455); 52x45 cm; Baptistery, Florence

Ms Latin 962 Fol. 63 Bishop Consecrating a church, from the Pontifical of Sens
XIR167344 Ms Latin 962 Fol.63 Bishop Consecrating a church, from the Pontifical of Sens (vellum) by French School, (14th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Historical views of Tibet
6337976 Historical views of Tibet by English School, (18th century); (add.info.: Historical views of Tibet. The Grand Lama with priests and worshippers 46)

"Purification"(The Griffon Vulture), from "The Bird, "by J Michelet (engraving)
1588504 " Purification" (The Griffon Vulture), from " The Bird, " by J Michelet (engraving) by English School

Medicine lodge viewed from the east (engraving)
980445 Medicine lodge viewed from the east (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Medicine lodge viewed from the east)

Medicine lodge viewed from the south (engraving)
980444 Medicine lodge viewed from the south (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Medicine lodge viewed from the south)

Rainbow over sweat house (colour litho)
980396 Rainbow over sweat house (colour litho) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rainbow over sweat house)

Die Quelle (the Spring), 1895 (oil on canvas)
3588476 Die Quelle (the Spring), 1895 (oil on canvas) by Thoma, Hans (1839-1924); 113x87.6 cm; Los Angeles County Museum of Art, CA, USA; (add.info.: painting in original painted frame); German

Libation Dish Depicting Ka-Arms Presenting an Ankh-Sign (greywacke)
3472278 Libation Dish Depicting Ka-Arms Presenting an Ankh-Sign (greywacke) by Egyptian 1st Dynasty (c.3100-2890 BC); 14.5 wide cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Ancient and modern vending (penny-in-the-slot) machines, 1893 (litho)
KDC384118 Ancient and modern vending (penny-in-the-slot) machines, 1893 (litho) by Sauvert, Albert (b.1860); Private Collection; (add.info)

Christ Driving the Money Changers from the Temple, c. 1570 (oil on canvas)
488117 Christ Driving the Money Changers from the Temple, c.1570 (oil on canvas) by Greco, El (Domenico Theotocopuli) (1541-1614); 116.8x149.9 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN

Caricature of Maximilien de Robespierre (1758-94), 1793 (colour litho)
CHT224185 Caricature of Maximilien de Robespierre (1758-94), 1793 (colour litho) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Priest baptising, illustration from Religious Ceremonies
CHT279797 Priest baptising, illustration from Religious Ceremonies and Customs of all the nations of the world, published Amsterdam, 1723 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Picart

Attic red-figure krater depicting Orestes as suppliant at the shrine of Apollo in Delphi
XIR175938 Attic red-figure krater depicting Orestes as suppliant at the shrine of Apollo in Delphi, attributed to the Apulian Eumenides Painter, c.380 BC (pottery) (detail) by Greek School

St. Ignatius; Purification of the Virgin; St. Blaise; St. Isidore

Vamana being blessed by King Bali, ca. 1780s. Creator: Unknown
Vamana being blessed by King Bali, ca. 1780s. The prince holds his hands forward for ritual purification

Presentation at the Temple (Predella Panel of the Oddi Altarpiece), 1503. Creator
Presentation at the Temple (Predella Panel of the Oddi Altarpiece), 1503. Found in the Collection of Musei Vaticani in Viale Vaticano, Rome

The Presentation of Jesus at the Temple, 1519. Creator: Master of the Danube School
The Presentation of Jesus at the Temple, 1519. Found in the Collection of Slovak National Gallery, Bratislava

Shaving The Head - Acts xxi 24, c1924. Creators: James Clark, Henry A Harper
Shaving The Head - Acts xxi 24, c1924. Acts 21:24 Take these men, join in their purification rites and pay their expenses, so that they can have their heads shaved

The Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple (oil on panel)
XAV232620 The Presentation of the Virgin in the Temple (oil on panel) by Schut, Cornelius I (1597-1655); 45.5x57.5 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Valenciennes

Initial A. The Presentation of Jesus at the Temple, c. 1550. Found in the collection of San Marco, Florence

The Presentation in the Temple. Artist: Carracci, Lodovico (1555-1619)
The Presentation in the Temple. Found in the collection of Thyssen-Bornemisza Collections

The Presentation in the Temple. Artist: Gentile da Fabriano (ca 1370-1427)
The Presentation in the Temple. Found in the collection of Louvre, Paris

The Presentation in the Temple. Artist: Swabian master (active ca. 1500)
The Presentation in the Temple. Found in the collection of Thyssen-Bornemisza Collections

The Presentation in the Temple. Artist: Master of Konstanz (active ca 1430)
The Presentation in the Temple. Found in the collection of Thyssen-Bornemisza Collections

The International Exhibition: Spencer's patent magnetic purifying-filter, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: Spencer's patent magnetic purifying-filter, 1862. This filter has secured for its inventor, Mr

Abydos Purification King Purification de Roi
Abydos, Purification of the King, Abydos, Purification de Roi; Antonio Beato (English, born Italy, about 1835 - 1906); 1880 - 1889; Albumen silver print

Relief Purification Seti I Abydos Antonio Beato
Relief of the Purification of Seti I, Abydos; Antonio Beato (English, born Italy, about 1835 - 1906); 1880 - 1889; Albumen silver print

Machinery Used In The Purification Of Amalgamated Silver At The Gould And Curry Factory In Nevada, America In The 19Th Century. From El Mundo En La Mano Published 1875

Nativity. The Adoration of the Magi. The Presentation of Jesus at the Temple, 1479-1480. Found in the collection of the Museo del Prado, Madrid

The Presentation in the Temple. Found in the Collection of Art History Museum, Vienne

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"Purification: Cleansing the Body, Mind, and Soul" From the residfiner at an oil refinery to the dedicated oil refinery worker, purification takes many forms, and is a process that goes beyond physical cleansing; it delves into the realms of spirituality and symbolism. In Japan's Kansai region, nestled in Mount Koya, stands Ekoin temple with its water font for purification. Here, visitors immerse themselves in the serene atmosphere as they seek inner clarity and renewal. A glimpse into history reveals an Iberian Kernos from the 3rd century BC—a vessel used for ritualistic purification. Its intricate design reflects ancient beliefs in purging impurities and inviting harmony. Artistic masterpieces also capture moments of purification. "The Purification of Aeneas in the River Numicius" depicts a transformative scene where Aeneas cleanses himself before embarking on his epic journey. Religious texts recount John the Baptist baptizing Jesus—an act symbolizing spiritual rebirth. Gustave Dore's wood engraving brings this sacred moment to life, showcasing how purification transcends time and culture. Even architectural marvels contribute to this theme. The neoclassical Cisternoni of Livorno stand tall as symbols of communal purity—structures built to provide clean water for all who seek it. Japan continues its rich tradition of ceremonial purification rites at places like Adashino-nembutsu-ji in Arashiyama, Kyoto. These rituals serve as powerful reminders that cleansing extends beyond physicality—it permeates our very essence. "The Purification of the Presentation in the Temple, " an exquisite oil painting on panel, captures another significant event steeped in religious significance—a moment when Mary purified herself after childbirth according to Jewish customs. Lastly, we encounter a panel from Ghent Altarpiece's right shutter—an artwork brimming with symbolism and hidden meanings. This fragment reminds us that purification is not only a personal journey but also an integral part of collective spirituality.