Pope John XXII, together with clergymen and doctors
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Pope John XXII, together with clergymen and doctors
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© Mary Evans/M.C.Esteban/Iberfoto
Bologna Clergymen Compilation Doctors Enlightened Giacomo Manuscript Pope Presenting Xxii Niccol
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This exquisite 14th-century miniature painting, housed in the National Library of Spain in Madrid, depicts Pope John XXII (1249-1334) surrounded by esteemed clergymen and doctors. The enlightened Pope, dressed in rich robes and wearing the papal tiara, presents a manuscript to the scholars gathered before him. The Gothic artwork, originating from Bologna, Italy, is a testament to the intellectual and spiritual influence of Pope John XXII during his reign. The Pope, born Jacques Duésset, was a Frenchman who ascended to the papacy in 1316. He was a prolific writer and scholar, known for his extensive knowledge in various fields, including theology, law, and philosophy. The manuscript he holds in the painting may represent one of his many works, such as his compilation of canon law, "Clementinae," or his commentary on the Sentences of Peter Lombard. Among the clergymen and doctors gathered around the Pope are notable figures like Giacomo da Di and Niccolò da Prato. These scholars, dressed in their academic robes, listen intently to the Pope's teachings, their expressions reflecting a deep sense of reverence and respect. The vertical composition of the painting emphasizes the hierarchical order of the scene, with the Pope at the center, surrounded by his intellectual peers. This beautiful and intricately detailed miniature painting offers a glimpse into the intellectual and spiritual world of Pope John XXII and the scholars of his time. It is a testament to the importance of learning and the role of the Church in the dissemination of knowledge during the Middle Ages.
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