Biblical Stories in Art

Prints illustrating significant biblical events, often portraying characters in dramatic poses and historical settings.

Coronation Van Ester, 1585 print Ester is crowned Queen by King Ahasveros. Three men look in the foreground, probably the middle man is Esters foster father Mordecai, who asks how Ester is doing. In the background you can see how Ester is led to the king. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in Est. 2. This print is part of an album. paper engraving Esther on her way to King Ahasuerus. crowning of Esther

Coronation Van Ester, 1585 print Ester is crowned Queen by King Ahasveros. Three men look in the foreground, probably the middle man is Esters foster father Mordecai, who asks how Ester is doing. In the background you can see how Ester is led to the king. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in Est. 2. This print is part of an album. paper engraving Esther on her way to King Ahasuerus. crowning of Esther

King Josia lets the Code read to the people, Anonymous, After Philips Galle, After Maarten van Heemskerck, 1646 print King Josia stands on the staircases of the temple and lets the recovered code of God read to the people of Israel. Josia raises his hand and swears that he will follow God and keep his laws. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in 2 Kon. 23: 2. This print is part of an album. paper engraving the book of Law is discovered ~ story of Josiah

Christ heals the paralyzed man, 1572 - 1576 print A few men lower a paralyzed man on his sanding bed through a hole in the roof in front of Christ. Christ forgives the sins of the man and heals him. People are in the building and in the doorway. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in Luc. 5. This print is part of an album. paper engraving a paralytic is let down through the roof of the house where Christ is preaching

King Josia shows the law book to the people; Van Den Coninck Josias; History of King Josia; Den Grooten Figuer Bibel (...). King Josia is on the stairs of the temple and lets the recovered code of God read to the people of Israel. Josiah raises his hand and swears that he will follow God and hold his laws. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in 2. 23: 2. This print is part of an album.

Destruction of the Temple of Baal, 1565 - 1569 print In the Temple of Baal people overthrow the idols. For the altar, the Baalpriester is killed with a hellaard. The high priest Jojada watches Joas by the hand with the seven -year -old king. At the bottom of the margin a verse in Latin over the show. This print is part of an album. paper engraving the people destroy the temple, altars and images of Baal, and slay Baal's priests

Punishment of the man without wedding clothing, 1558 - 1559 print At the table the guests of the king are on the wedding meal. A man without wedding clothes wants to join the wedding party but is stopped by the king. In the background the man is punished by throwing him in the hell fire. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in mat. 22. This print is part of an album. paper engraving the king sees a guest without a wedding garment: 'bind him hand and foot .. and cast him into the outer darkness' ~ parable of the royal wedding-feast. the unworthy guest is dragged out ~ parable of the royal wedding-feast

Entry into Jerusalem, Philips Galle (workshop or), After Gerard van Groeningen, 1573 print Part of an album with a title print and a series of 50 prints concerning the life and passion of Christ. paper engraving entry into Jerusalem: people spreading their clothes before Christ on the ass, and waving palm branches (Matthew 21:1-11, 21:14-16; Mark 11:1-11; Luke 19:28-40; John 12:12-19)

David is anointed by Samuel; Van Saul, David, and Goliath; History of David and Saul; Den Grooten Figuer Bibel (...). David kneels for the prophet Samuel, who beats him from a horn to king. His harp is located for David. His father Isaï and brothers watch. The head of a cow is sacrificed behind Samuel. At the rear left, Samuel asks God for the Council and the right is David picked up to appear before Samuel. In the middle of a cartouche with a triple text in Latin. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in 1 Sam. 16. This print is part of an album.

Elijah for the second time at King Achab; Gheschiedissis in Israel, from Achab and Elias; History of Elia; Den Grooten Figuer Bibel (...). The prophet Elia was brought to the king by Obadiah, steward of King Achab; This appeals to Elijah with the words: "Are you, Elijah You, who have deposited Israel in the accident " Elia explains that the king itself has deposited its people in the accident by worshiping the wrong gods. In the background right you can see how Obadiah, as soon as he recognized Elijah, bowed before him. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in 1. 18: 1. This print is part of an album.

Lot and the two angels; Hospitalitas; History of Lot; Thesaurus Sacrarum HistoriaRu M Veteris Testame N Ti, Elega N Tissimis Imaginibus Expressu M Excelle N Tissimoru M in Hac Arte Viroru M Opera: now N C Primu M Luce M Editus. Lot invites the two angels for the meal and an overnight stay at him at home. In the background you can see what about this scene preceded: Lot walks from the city gate with the angels to his house. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in Gen. 19. This print is part of an album.

Moses and Aaron at the Pharaoh; From Moys and Pharaoh; History of Moses for the Exodus; Den Grooten Figuer Bibel (...). Moses and Aaron speak with the Pharaoh and ask him to let the people of Israel go. Aaron has thrown his staff on the ground and the staff has changed in a hose. The courtship of the Pharaoh looks surprised. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in ex. 7:10. This print is part of an album.

Daniel reveals the deception of Bels priests; History of Daniel, bell and the dragon; Thesaurus Sacrarum HistoriaRu M Veteris Testame N Ti, Elega N Tissimis Imaginibus Expressu M Excelle N Tissimoru M in Hac Arte Viroru M Opera: now N C Primu M Luce M Editus. King Cyrus and Daniel come to the temple in the morning and see footsteps in the shaft that Daniel has scattered over the floor. They discover the secret entrance to the temple, giving the priests and their families arrived to eat the food from eating. Under the show an explanatory text in Latin. Print is part of an album.

King Josia celebrates Passover, Anonymous, After Philips Galle, After Maarten van Heemskerck, 1646 print King Josia celebrates Passover according to the rules described in the Code in honor of God. Josiah is sitting at the table with a group of men at the right and eats from the Passover meal. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in 2 Kon. 23:21. This print is part of an album. paper engraving Josiah celebrates the Passover. the animals are killed and roasted over fire; other offerings are boiled in pots and cauldrons ~ Josiah celebrating the Passover

Christ heals a crippled woman; From Christi Herder-Ampt, and other gheschiesis; Six scenes with Christ and women from the Gospels; Den Grooten Figuer Bibel (...). Christ teaches in the synagogue. He heals a woman who has been curved for years and can no longer get up. Christ is sitting on a chair, the woman kneels for him. He holds hands on her head. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text. This print is part of an album.

Saul receives David to the court; Van Saul, David, and Goliath; History of David and Saul; Den Grooten Figuer Bibel (...). David stands for Saul, after he was summoned by the king because of his good reputation as a harpist. In addition to David a donkey with gifts for Saul. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in 1 Sam. 16. This print is part of an album.

Similarity of the manner and foolish virgins; Similarities from the New Testament; Thesaurus Novi Testamenti Elegantissimis Iconibus Expressus Continens Historias Atque Miracula Doni Nostri Iesu Christi. The ten way and foolish virgins are waiting for the foreground on the groom. The five wise virgins left their oil lamp burning. The five foolish virgins turn right music, drink and sleep while leaving their oil lamp. In the background, Christ receives the wise virgins as a groom. The foolish virgins beat in vain on the door. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in mat. 25. This print is part of an album.

Celebration of Passover in the promised land; The history of Joshua; Thesaurus Sacrarum HistoriaRu M Veteris Testame N Ti, Elega N Tissimis Imaginibus Expressu M Excelle N Tissimoru M in Hac Arte Viroru M Opera: now N C Primu M Luce M Editus. In the camp, the Israelites are celebrating Passover in the promised land for the first time. In a tent, people eat with a staff, from the pesach meal. On the right in the background Joshua meets an angel with sword. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in JOZ. 5. This print is part of an album.

King Josia lets the temple of Baal destroy, Anonymous, After Philips Galle, After Maarten van Heemskerck, 1646 print King Josia instructs the Temple of Baal and to kill the Baalpriesters. All objects made in honor of the idol are burned outside the city. Rear right can be seen the fire. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in 2 Kon. 23: 4. This print is part of an album. paper engraving Josiah does away with pagan worship. all the idols are brought out of the temple, burned, and their ashes pounded to dust ~ story of Josiah

Meeting with Veronica during the cross -support, Philips Galle (workshop or), After Gerard van Groeningen, 1573 print Part of an album with a title print and a series of 50 prints concerning the life and passion of Christ. paper engraving Christ meets Veronica, who has a cloth to wipe Christ's face

Ester for ahasveros; Of Ahasueros and the Coninginne Esther; History of ester; Den Grooten Figuer Bibel (...). Ester kneels for King Ahasveros. The king points his scepter to her as a sign of affection. Ester calls on the king to come to the banished party together with Haman. On the right in the background the continuation of the story. The king is reading out of the chronicles of the empire in the evening. It states that Mordecai has a stop to the life of the king. The king asks Haman, who stands at the bed, how someone who has saved the king's life must be honored. In the background you can see how Mordecai is driven into the rug and on the king's horse, while Haman turns him around. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in EST. 5-6. This print is part of an album.

David and Abigaïl; Savings the peacemakers; Of the eight salals on Den Bergh Thabor; The eight salvation speaks; Den Grooten Figuer Bibel (...). When a fierce farmer refuses to help David and his men, they threaten to punish him. Abigair, the farmer's wife, kneels for David and offers him and his soldiers eat and drink. She agreed that David was satisfied. Print is part of a series about the eight skimmings of Christ and illustrates the salvation: blessed the peacekeepers. On a square sticky at the bottom of this text. 5: 9 in Latin. At the bottom of the margin a verse in Latin about the willow discussion and the show. This print is part of an album.

Decapitation of James de Multiple; Acta Apostolorum; Acts of the Apostles; Theatrum Biblicum Hoc Est Historiae Sacrae Veteris et Novi Testamenti Tabulis Aeneis Expressae. The apostle James the multiple is beheaded on behalf of King Herod that watches from a balcony. In the background, the apostle Petrus is arrested and locked up in prison. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in hand. 12: 2. This print is part of an album.

Elia predicts King Achab that drought will come; Gheschiedissis in Israel, from Achab and Elias; History of Elia; Den Grooten Figuer Bibel (...). Elia predicts king Achab that no dew or rain will fall a few years. On the left in the background, Elijah is at the Kirit stream where raven lies with food. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in 1. 17: 1. This print is part of an album.

Susanna and her family praise God, 1563 print Susanna, her husband, her parents and other family members kneel and praise God for the proven innocence of Susanna. Under the performance an explanatory text in Latin. This print is part of an album. paper engraving Susanna, Joakim, and her parents and relatives praise the Lord

Christ heals a woman who suffers from blood loss, Hans Collaert (I), after Gerard van Groeningen, 1585 print A woman who suffered from bleeding for Christ. She was healed when she touched his rug. Christ turns to her. The woman enters a house on the right in the background. On the left in the background, Christ heals a blind man. Under the performance a reference in Latin to the Bible text. This print is part of an album. paper engraving healing of a woman with an issue of blood: she kneels before Christ after having touched his robe (Matthew 9:20-22; Mark 5:25-34; Luke 8:43-48)

Solomon receives the queen of Seba, Hans Collaert (I) (Attributed to), after Jan Snellinck (I), 1585 print The queen of Seba kneels for Solomos throne. Behind her is her entourage. Gifts are displayed in the foreground. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in 1 Kon. 10. This print is part of an album. paper engraving Solomon and the queen of Sheba (1 Kings 10:1-3; 2 Chronicles 9:1-9)

Martyrdom of Simon Kananeus and Judas Taddeus; Martyrdom of Christ and the apostles; Theatrum Biblicum Hoc Est Historiae Sacrae Veteris et Novi Testamenti Tabulis Aeneis Expressae. Simon Kananeüs and Judas Taddeus are attacked by soldiers with different weapons (sword, ax, halberd). On the left side of this scene they represent again, Simon with a saw and Judas Taddeus with a reverse cross in hand. Under the show an explanatory text in Latin. This print is part of an album.

Martyrdom of Mattias, Anonymous, After Maerten de Vos, 1646 print Mattias is beheaded with an ax and stoned. On the left next to the scene of his torture death, he is shown again, with an ax in one hand and a book in the other. Under the performance an explanatory text in Latin. This print is part of an album. paper engraving Matthias stoned and beheaded. the apostle and martyr Matthias; possible attributes: axe, book, cross, halberd, scroll, sword - martyrdom, suffering, misfortune, death of male saint

Christ heals a blind way; Miracles of Christ. Christ lubricates mud and saliva in the eyes of a blind-born man. Some of Christ 'disciples are behind him and watch. To the right can be seen how the blind wastes in a river (siloam). On the left, the healed man and his parents are questioned by the Pharisees. Completely right in the background knives the cured man before Christ after he has been thrown away by the Pharisees. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in John. 9. This print is part of an album.

Twelve-year-old Christ in the temple; From the Wysen uyt the east; Youth of Christ; Den Grooten Figuer Bibel (...). Christ is between the scribes and explains them to the Scripture. Christ makes a speech. To the left of him are Joseph and Maria. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in mat. 2:46. This print is part of an album.

Abraham and De Drie Engelen, 1646 print The three angels visit Abraham and sit at the table, which he has covered for them. They promise him that he and Sara will have a son. Abraham belongs to the news. Sara listens in the doorway. Under the performance a reference in Latin to the Bible text in Gen. 18. This print is part of an album. paper engraving the promise of a son is renewed; Sarah, overhearing it, laughs incredulously. Abraham kneels before the angels

Tobias, Sara and the angel say goodbye to Raguel and Edna; History of Tobias; Theatrum Biblicum Hoc Est Historiae Sacrae Veteris et Novi Testamenti Tabulis Aeneis Expressae. Raquel embraces Tobias, which is already on a camel. Edna embraces her daughter Sara. In the background the angel is on a camel. On the right leaves the procession. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in Tobit. 10:11. This print is part of an album.

Elisa sends his servant chatic; From Eliseus and the Sunamitinne; History of Elisa and the woman from Sunem; Den Grooten Figuer Bibel (...). Elisa travels with the woman from Sunem, who is on a donkey, to her house where her deceased son is. Elisa sends his servant chatic with Elisa's staff. In the background, Gechazi lays the staff on the boy, but it doesn't give a sign of life. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in 2. 4:29. This print is part of an album.

Christ heals the paralyzed man; Attachmenth dereee by miracles; Miracles of Christ; Den Grooten Figuer Bibel (...). Some men leave a paralyzed man on his bed bed by a hole in the roof for the feet of Christ. Christ forgives the sins of the man and heals him. People are in the building and in the doorway. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in Luc. 5:18. This print is part of an album.

Moses and Aaron at Pharaoh, 1579 print Moses and Aaron speak with the Pharaoh and ask him to let the people of Israel go. Aaron has thrown his staff on the floor and the staff has turned into a snake. The court of the Pharaoh looks surprised. Under the performance a reference in Latin to the Bible text in ex. 7. Print is part of an album. paper engraving Moses and Aaron before Pharaoh; Aaron performs the miracle of the rod changing into a snake

Elia and the prophets of Baal, Anonymous, After Jan Snellinck (I), 1585 print The Baalpriesters scream and dance around their altar, call on the god Baal and pray him for fire for the burnt offering. King Ahab is at the altar. In the background on the right, Elijah prays to his God in his burnt offering that is inflamed by fire from heaven. In the background on the left, the prophets of Baal are put to death after this incident. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in 1 Kon. 18. This print is part of an album. paper engraving an altar is prepared by the Baal-worshippers and a bull is laid upon it; all the priests' cries, wild dances and self-mutilations are in vain (sacrifice on Mount Carmel). as Elijah prays, God sends fire which burns up not only his sacrifice but also the altar itself; the people fall prostrate

Moses and Aaron at the Pharaoh; History of Moses for the Exodus; Historia Plagarum in Aegijketo (...); Thesaurus Sacrarum HistoriaRu M Veteris Testame N Ti, Elega N Tissimis Imaginibus Expressu M Excelle N Tissimoru M in Hac Arte Viroru M Opera: now N C Primu M Luce M Editus. Moses and Aaron speak with the Pharaoh and ask him to let the people of Israel go. Aaron has thrown his staff on the ground and the staff has changed in a hose. The courtship of the Pharaoh looks surprised. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in ex. 7. Print is part of an album.

Christ heals the sick of betzata (Bethesda); Miracles in Ierusalem and elsewhere; Miracles of Christ; Den Grooten Figuer Bibel (...). Sick waiting at the bath of Betzata until an angel comes to move the water. A man who has been sick for thirty-eight years and has no one to wear him to the water is in the foreground and is cured by Christ. Christ gives him the assignment to pick up and walk. On the left the pour man walks with his mat on the back along the temple. Two Pharisees rebuke him because he wears a mat on Sabbath. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in John. 5: 2. This print is part of an album.

Apostles baptize new believers in Jerusalem; Acta Apostolorum; Acts of the Apostles; Theatrum Biblicum Hoc Est Historiae Sacrae Veteris et Novi Testamenti Tabulis Aeneis Expressae. Apostles baptize new believers in Jerusalem after the sermon of Petrus. In the background the Holy Spirit is poured out of people who bring and share their possessions. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in hand. 2:41. This print is part of an album.

Fall of Jericho; The history of Joshua; Thesaurus Sacrarum HistoriaRu M Veteris Testame N Ti, Elega N Tissimis Imaginibus Expressu M Excelle N Tissimoru M in Hac Arte Viroru M Opera: now N C Primu M Luce M Editus. Seven priests blink on their Ramshorens while walking out for the ark of the covenant. The walls of the city of Jericho deposit into and the people storm the city. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in JOZ. 6. This print is part of an album.

Ezra drinks the cup of knowledge and wisdom, Anonymous, Maerten de Vos, 1646 print Ezra went to the field with five men and is offered a fiery cup from God from which he drinks. This is the cup of knowledge and wisdom. The five men write down the words that Ezra says afterwards. Under the performance a reference in Latin to the Apocryphard text in 4 Ezra 14:37. This print is part of an album. paper engraving other scenes from Ezra and Esdras

King Cyrus shows Daniël the image of the God Bel, Philips Galle, After Maarten van Heemskerck, 1646 print King Cyrus shows Daniël the Temple of the God Bel. In the middle of the temple is a large image of the sitting deity. There are vases with smell work around it. Servants are busy displaying eating and drinking on a table for the image. Under the performance an explanatory text in Latin. Print is part of an album. paper engraving King Cyrus sets food before the image of Bel; Daniel and his servants strew ashes on the floor of the temple

Queen Atalja let the king children kill; History of Joas and Queen Atalja. Ataliah, who heard that her son had killed King Achazja, mission to kill all king children so that she can become queen. Soldiers kill the children on the stairs. On the left, Achazja's son Joas is saved by his aunt. On the stairs a reference to the Bible text in 2 could. 11. At the bottom of the margin a verse in Latin about the show. This print is part of an album.

Martyrdom of jakobus de several; From the Twaelf Apostles and Haer Martelrie; Martyrdom of Christ and the apostles; Den Grooten Figuer Bibel (...). James The multiple is beheaded with a sword; To the right of the scene of his torture death, he is displayed again, with a pilgrim staff in the hand that a balebase bottle dangles. Under the show an explanatory text in Latin. This print is part of an album.

Decapitation of James de Multiple; Histories Petri; Acta Apostolorum; Acts of the Apostles; Den Grooten Figuer Bibel (...). The apostle James the multiple is beheaded on behalf of King Herod that watches from a balcony. In the background, the apostle Petrus is arrested and locked up in prison. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in hand. 12: 2. This print is part of an album.

JeroBeam has two golden bull calves set up, Hans Collaert (I) (attributed to), after Ambrosius Francken (I), 1646 print Under the leadership of JeroBeam, a golden statue of bull calf is hoisted on a pedestal. In the background, the Israelites worship the other bull calf. On the right in the background the coronation of JeroBeam. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in 1 Kon. 12:28. This print is part of an album. paper engraving the ten northern tribes make Jeroboam king of Israel and set up the capital of Shechem (later exchanged for Tirzah). Jeroboam sets up two golden calves, one in Bethel and one in Dan

Crossbreak; Passion of Christ; Theatrum Biblicum Hoc Est Historiae Sacrae Veteris et Novi Testamenti Tabulis Aeneis Expressae. Christ falls to Golgota while wearing his cross. Simon from Cyrene helps him wearing the cross. A Roman soldier encourages him to get up. A woman and her little child look sad. Under the show a four-line verse in Latin. At the bottom right of the letter: h. This print is part of an album.

Christ is crucified; Passion of Christ; Theatrum Biblicum Hoc Est Historiae Sacrae Veteris et Novi Testamenti Tabulis Aeneis Expressae. The cross is on the ground. Soldiers nail Christ to hands and feet. Under the show a four-line verse in Latin. At the bottom right of the letters: HH. This print is part of an album.

Solomon has the temple built, 1579 print King Solomon has the temple built in Jerusalem. He is on the left in the foreground with a scepter in his hand. In the background the construction site. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in 1 Kon. 6. Print is part of an album. paper engraving Solomon supervising the work ~ temple of Solomon. building-site

Paulus heals a paralyzed man in Lystra, Anonymous, After Philips Galle, After Adriaen Collaert, After Jan van der Straet, 1646 print The Apostles Paul and Barnabas arrive in Lystra. There they heal a paralyzed man. The collected crowd watches with admiration. Then (left in the background) the priest of the temple of Jupiter and his followers want to sacrifice bull as a gift to Paulus and Barnabas, because they were assuming that they were Mercury and Jupiter in human form. Barnabas and Paulus react frightened and know how to prevent this. On the right in the background the sequel when the tide turns in the city: Paul is stoned, but he survives. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in hand. 14: 8. This print is part of an album. paper engraving Paul and Barnabas heal the feet of a man; the people of Lystra think they are Mercury and Jupiter. Paul is stoned and dragged out of the city

Christ tells similarities from a ship, Pieter Jalhea Furnius, After Gerard van Groeningen, 1585 print Christ is in a boat with four students and tells the parable of the sower to the crowd on the bank. On the right in the background the sower, sowing seed in the field. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in mat. 14. This print is part of an album. paper engraving Christ preaching from a boat. the sower ~ parable of Christ (Matthew 13:3-9; Mark 4:3-9; Luke 8:5-8)

Exodus from Egypt, 1579 print In the foreground Moses and Aaron who lead the people of Israel from Egypt. The Jewish people go to the Red Sea in a long procession with all their possessions. Under the performance a reference in Latin to the Bible text in ex. 12. Print is part of an album. paper engraving the Israelites leave Egypt; first movement from Rameses to Succoth (Exodus 12:31 - 13:16)

October: Christ tells the apostles the parable of the angry vineyards, 1585 In the middle of the constellation Scorpio. At the left, Christ is with two men. He points to the scene on the right where the son of the Lord is murdered by the angry vineyard. Within the fence the vineyard where the servants of the Lord are beaten with sticks. Hilly landscape in the background. Under the performance four lines of Latin in two columns (Matt. 21). The print is part of an album. Antwerp paper engraving In the middle of the constellation Scorpio. At the left, Christ is with two men. He points to the scene on the right where the son of the Lord is murdered by the angry vineyard. Within the fence the vineyard where the servants of the Lord are beaten with sticks. Hilly landscape in the background. Under the performance four lines of Latin in two columns (Matt. 21). The print is part of an album. Antwerp paper engraving

Daniël refuses to honor the Deity Bel, 1579 print King Cyrus argues with Daniël why he refuses to worship the God. Daniël does not want to worship an idol image. He asks the priests to prove that indeed calls the food that has been laid down for him every night. Two fools play on the ground before the throne. On the right are the priests, on the left is Daniël who points to the Temple of Bel. Under the performance an explanatory text in Latin. Print is part of an album. paper engraving Daniel, who refuses to worship Bel, discusses the power of the god with King Cyrus. Daniel discussing with King Cyrus, the priests of Bel present

Solomon builds the temple in Jerusalem; Paintings in the Loggia of Rafael; Imagins Veteris AC Novi Testamenti; Rafael Bible. A group of men is in the weather with tools and building materials. They build the Temple of Solomon. In the background, King Solomon consists of the work. Bible verse under the show. Print is part of an album.

Christ before Caiaphas, 1643 print Soldiers lead Christ for Kaja pas. The high priest tears his robe and accuses Christ of blasphemy. Under the show a four -line verse in Latin. At the bottom right the letters: dd. This print is part of an album. Amsterdam paper engraving Caiaphas tearing his clothes ~ trial of Christ

Val van Jericho, Harmen Jansz Muller, after Gerard van Groeningen, 1585 print Seven priests blow on their ram hests, while they run out of the covenant for the Ark. The walls of the city of Jericho collapse and the people storms the city. Under the performance a reference in Latin to the Bible text in JZ. 6. This print is part of an album. paper engraving the Israelites march around Jericho: in the procession the main body of the soldiers comes first, next are seven priests who blow on trumpets, followed by the priests carrying the ark and a rear guard. on the seventh day, at a signal from Joshua, the people start to shout and the walls of Jericho crumble

New altar initiated; History of the Maccabeans; Thesaurus Sacrarum HistoriaRu M Veteris Testame N Ti, Elega N Tissimis Imaginibus Expressu M Excelle N Tissimoru M in Hac Arte Viroru M Opera: now N C Primu M Luce M Editus. The new altar in the Temple of Jerusalem is initiated while the Israelites sing. Others bring sacrifices. There is a sacrifice on the new altar. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in 1 MAKK. 4. This print is part of an album.

Christ heals a woman who suffers from blood loss; Miracles of Christ; Thesaurus Sacrarum historiarum Veteris Testamenti (...). A woman suffering from blood loss kneels BC. She is healed when she touched his rug. Christ turns to her. On the right in the background the woman enters a house. On the left in the background, Christ heals a blind man. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text.

Christ for Annas, Philips Galle (workshop or), After Gerard van Groeningen, 1573 print Part of an album with a title print and a series of 50 prints concerning the life and passion of Christ. paper engraving Christ before Annas (Hanna); maybe a soldier about to strike Christ (John 18:13, 18:19-24)

Christ shifts the money changers from the temple, Philips Galle (workshop or), After Gerard van Groeningen, 1573 print Part of an album with a title print and a series of 50 prints concerning the life and passion of Christ. paper engraving purification of the temple ('first' and 'second'): Christ driving the money-changers from the temple with a whip (Matthew 21:12-13; Mark 11:15-17; Luke 19:45-46; John 12:12-19)

Christ appears to the unbelieving Tomas, 1585 print Christ appears on the disciples and Tomas. He holds a victory banner in his hand and lets Tomas touch his wounds. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in John. 20. This print is part of an album. paper engraving Thomas touching or stretching out his hands to touch the wound in Christ's side, sometimes Christ leading Thomas' hand

Amos, Zechariah and Malachi; Twelve prophets; Thesaurus Sacrarum HistoriaRu M Veteris Testame N Ti, Elega N Tissimis Imaginibus Expressu M Excelle N Tissimoru M in Hac Arte Viroru M Opera: now N C Primu M Luce M Editus. The prophets Amos, Zechariah and Malachi are located next to each other in a landscape. Amos with shepherd's staff and sheep, Zacharis looks at the landscape in which the temple is rebuilt, Maleachi with an angel. Under the show explanations in Latin. This print is part of an album.

Mocking of Christ, Philips Galle (workshop or), After Gerard van Groeningen, 1573 print Part of an album with a title print and a series of 50 prints concerning the life and passion of Christ. paper engraving mockings of Christ, who may be blindfolded

Susanna and her family praise god; History of Susanna. Susanna, her husband, her parents and other family members kneel and praise God for the proven innocence of Susanna. Under the show an explanatory text in Latin. This print is part of an album.

Children's murder in Bethlehem, Johann Sadeler (I), After Gerard van Groeningen, 1585 print In the streets of Bethlehem, mothers try to protect their children against the soldiers of Herod. These have been instructed to kill all boys of two years and younger in Bethlehem. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in mat. 2:16. This print is part of an album. paper engraving soldiers entering Bethlehem ~ massacre of the innocents

Nebuchadnezzar accuses Sadrach, Mesach and Abednego; History of Sadrach, Mesach and Abednego. Two men report to King Nebuchadnezzar that Sadrach, Mesach and Abednego do not want to bend for the golden image that the king has had. On the left the golden statue and a human mass adore the image. Sadrach, Mesach and Abednego remain. In the background a burning oven, in which everyone refuses to worship the image will be thrown. Under the show an explanatory text in Latin. This print is part of an album.

Gideon and the Sheepskin, Anonymous, Maerten de Vos, 1646 print Gideon kneels down at the sheepskin. The dew only falls on the sheepskin. On the right in the background, Gideon kneels for the second time at the sheepskin. This time the dew falls only around the sheepskin and not on the sheepskin. Gideons men look surprised. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in Ri. 6:36. This print is part of an album. paper engraving twice Gideon asks the Lord to show him a sign with a sheep's fleece before his raid against the Midianites

Christ heals a crippled woman; Six scenes with Christ and women from the Gospels. Christ teaches in the synagogue. He heals a woman who has been curved for years and can no longer get up. Christ is sitting on a chair, the woman kneels for him. He holds hands on her head. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text. This print is part of an album.

Death of the son of the woman from Sunem; From Eliseus and the Sunamitinne; History of Elisa and the woman from Sunem; Den Grooten Figuer Bibel (...). If the child from the woman from SUNEM goes to watch his father's mowing work on the land, he becomes unwell. In the background left, the father recommends a servant to bring the child to his mother. In the foreground the child dies in his mother's arms. In the background left the child is placed on the Elisa bed. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in 2. 4:19. This print is part of an album.

Presentation of Christ in the temple; Events in and around the temple; Memorabilium, Novi Testamenti, in Temple Storum Icone Trodecim Elegantissimi AC Ornatissimi. In the temple there is a group of people around the altar. The high priest Simeon keeps the Christ child in his arms. Maria presents the bird cage with two young pigeons. In the background you can see how Maria walks to Simeon with the child in her arms. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in Luc. 2. This print is part of an album.

Naming of John the Baptist; History of John the Baptist. After birth, John the Baptist is washed by three service periods. Elisabet is in bed and gets porridge to strengthen. Zacharias writes with a pen Johannes' name on a table.

Moses strikes water from the rock; Fides omnipotens; Imagines and Figurae bibliorum; Den Grooten Emblemata Sacra, consisting of more than four hundred by Belsche figures, as des old as des Nieuwen Testaments. Moses strikes with his staff on the rock, so that water flows out. The people fill the jugs (num. 20: 1). Right drink two goats. The print is part of an album.

The virtuous woman gives food to the poor, 1555 print The virtuous woman hands out bread to the poor. In the background the virtuous woman dresses the nudes. The print is based on Proverbs 31:20: "She extends her hands to the needy, she gives the poor help." Under the performance a paraphrase of this Biblevers in German. This print is part of an album. paper engraving the book of Proverbs (with BOOK CHAPTER:VERSE). Charity, 'Caritas'; 'Carití' (Ripa) ~ one of the Three Theological Virtues. feeding the hungry, 'esuriens cibatur' ~ one of the (seven) Acts of Mercy. clothing the naked, 'nudus vestitur' ~ one of the (seven) Acts of Mercy. ideal wife

Give thirsty to drink, 1585 print A man pours a jug to the thirsty drinking, who stop bowls and jugs. Behind the man is Christ. Drinking is also distributed in the background. Under the performance a reference in Latin to the Bible text. This print is part of an album. paper engraving giving the thirsty to drink, 'sitiens potatur' ~ one of the (seven) Acts of Mercy - VV - Christ present

Christ heals a blind, Johannes Wierix, after Gerard van Groeningen, 1646 print Christ smears mud and saliva in the eyes of a blind -born man. Some of Christ's disciples stand behind him and watch. On the right you can see how the blind wash in a river (Siloam). On the left, the healed man and his parents are questioned by the Pharisees. On the far right in the background, the healed man kneels before Christ, after being chased away by the Pharisees. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in John. 9: 1. This print is part of an album. paper engraving healing of a man born blind: Christ touches his eyes with an 'ointment' of dust and spittle (John 9). the man born blind washes his eyes in the pool of Siloam, and throws away his stick

Head and hand of Nikanor shown to the people; Gheschiedenis der Machabeen; History of the Maccabeans; Den Grooten Figuer Bibel (...). The chopped head and hand of Nikanor are shown to the people in Jerusalem. Nikanor wanted to eradicate Israel, but the Israelites overcome him and his army. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in 1 MAKK. 7:27. This print is part of an album.

Stefanus for the high priest, 1643 print Stefanus is led for the high priest. Stefanus is then led away and stoned by the Jews in the background. Upstairs in the clouds the vision of Christ and God the Father. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in hand. 6:12. This print is part of an album. Amsterdam paper engraving Stephen before the Sanhedrin. the stoning of Stephen; the witnesses lay down their clothes at Saul's feet. tetragram (in Roman or Hebrew script) ~ symbol of God the Father (+ Christ)

Crossing, Antonie Wierix (II), After Maerten de Vos, 1646 print The body of Christ is taken from the cross by Nikodemus and Josef from Arimatea. Maria Magdalena kneels with Christ's feet. Maria sits on the floor. She is supported by Johannes. Under the show a four -line verse in Latin. At the bottom right the letters: II. This print is part of an album. paper engraving descent from the cross: Christ is taken down from the cross, usually by Nicodemus and Joseph of Arimathaea who are standing on the ladders (both arms of Christ detached)

Judit presented to Holofernes, Anonymous, Maerten de Vos, After Jan Snellinck (I), 1646 print Judit and her maid are presented to Holofernes. The Assyrian army watches. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in Judit 10:10. This print is part of an album. paper engraving Judith and her maidservant are led to Holofernes' tent

Paul and the spirits of Ephesisers; Histories Pauli; Acta Apostolorum; Acts of the Apostles; Den Grooten Figuer Bibel (...). Jewish spirits trying, following Paul, to drive an angry mind from a possessed man, but the man stands out so she flee naked and injured. On the right, the canvases and working clothes of Paul are brought to the sick so that they heal and evil ghosts leave them. In the background, new believers burn their magic books. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in hand. 19:14. This print is part of an album.

Calling from Matthew; Attachmenth dereee by miracles; Conversions of sinners; Den Grooten Figuer Bibel (...). With his students, Christ passes the Tollenaar Matthew and asks him to follow him. Matthew is on his couch and leaves the table where he tax int. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in mat. 9: 9. This print is part of an album.

Christ before Caiaphas / Christ before Pilate, 1653 - 1654 print Two performances on an album magazine. On the left show, Christ is brought before Kajafas. On the right he is brought before Pilate. The magazine is part of an album. paper engraving Christ before Pontius Pilate (Matthew 27:11-26; Mark 15:2-15; Luke 23:2-7, 23:13-25; John 18:28 - 19:16). Christ before the Sanhedrin with Caiaphas as high priest, and possibly Annas; maybe a soldier about to strike Christ because he keeps silent (Matthew 26:57-66; Mark 14:53-64; Luke 22:54, 22:66-71)

Martyrdom of Andreas; From the Twaelf Apostles and Haer Martelrie; Martyrdom of Christ and the apostles; Den Grooten Figuer Bibel (...). Andreas is crucified on an X-shaped cross. On the right besides the scene of his torture death, he is again depicted, with his Andreaskruis. Under the show an explanatory text in Latin. This print is part of an album.

Circumcision, Philips Galle (workshop or), After Gerard van Groeningen, 1573 print Part of an album with a title print and a series of 50 prints concerning the life and passion of Christ. paper engraving circumcision of the Christ-child by the priest in the temple (Luke 2:21)

Moses burns the golden calf; Eversa Idolatria; Imagines and Figurae bibliorum; Den Grooten Emblemata Sacra, consisting of more than four hundred by Belsche figures, as des old as des Nieuwen Testaments. Left in the background the base is shattered with the golden calf. The golden calf is in the fire in the foreground. A number of men tries to fuel the fire by adding wood. The dust that overlayed from the image is thrown to the right in the mountain stream (Deut. 9:21). The print is part of an album.

Cornelius Knelt for Petrus, Anonymous, After Philips Galle, After Jan van der Straet, 1646 print The centurio Cornelius kneels for the apostle Peter, but Peter urges him to get up because he is even a human being. In the background Peter preaches for Cornelius and the rest of his family. The Holy Spirit drops in the form of a pigeon. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in hand. 10:25. This print is part of an album. paper engraving Peter and Cornelius the Centurion (Acts 10). Peter in the house of Cornelius: the Holy Ghost descends upon Cornelius and his family, who are baptized by Peter

The virtuous woman spins; Praise to the virtuous housewife. The virtuous housewife spins wool and linen. Her duties help her. On the tablet on the left a Bible text in German from Spr. 31: 10-12. Under the show a paraphrase in German of the Bible text in SPR. 31:12. This print is part of an album.

Pilatus lets the people choose between Christ and Barabbas, Philips Galle (workshop or), After Gerard van Groeningen, 1573 print Part of an album with a title print and a series of 50 prints concerning the life and passion of Christ. paper engraving choice between Christ and Barabbas

Crossing, 1643 print Christ falls to Golgota while wearing his cross. Simon van Cyrene helps him wear the cross. A Roman soldier encourages him to get up. A woman and her little child look sad. Under the show a four -line verse in Latin. At the bottom right the letter: h. This print is part of an album. Amsterdam paper engraving Christ collapsing ~ carrying of the cross

Christ appears to the unbeliever Tomas; Revelations Iesu Nasijn Verriesenisse; Appearances of the risen Christ; Den Grooten Figuer Bibel (...). Christ appears to the disciples and to Tomas. He holds a victory bodies in hand and let Tomas touch his wounds. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in John. 20:26. This print is part of an album.

Connection Coring of Christ; Of the Lyden and Passion Christi; Passion of Christ; Den Grooten Figuer Bibel (...). Soldiers push the thorns crown with sticks on the head of the brushed Christ. A man is sitting in kneeling attitude before Christ and mocked him. Under the show a four-line verse in Latin. At the bottom right of the letters: ff. This print is part of an album.

Ahab shows repentance after the curse of Elia; History of Achab, Izebel and Nabot; Thesaurus Sacrarum HistoriaRu M Veteris Testame N Ti, Elega N Tissimis Imaginibus Expressu M Excelle N Tissimoru M in Hac Arte Viroru M Opera: now N C Primu M Luce M Editus. Elijah spends a curse over Achab and his entire family. Ahab shows repentance and immediately tears its beautiful clothes. Achab and Elijah are located outside the walls of Achabs Palace at the vineyard of Nabot. On the right leaves Achab bent in his feet dress. Under the show a verse in Latin. Print is part of an album.

Martyrdom of Paulus, 1643 print Paul is beheaded with a sword in the city of Rome. On the left next to the scene of his torture death, he is shown again, with a sword in his hand. Under the performance an explanatory text in Latin. This print is part of an album. Amsterdam paper engraving Paul prays before his beheading. the apostle Paul of Tarsus; possible attributes: book, scroll, sword - martyrdom, suffering, misfortune, death of male saint

Cornelius kneels for Petrus; Histories Petri; Acta Apostolorum; Acts of the Apostles; Den Grooten Figuer Bibel (...). The Centurio Cornelius kneels for the apostle Peter, but Petrus meets him to get up because he is only a human. In the background Peter preaches for Cornelius and the rest of his family. The Holy Spirit descends into the shape of a pigeon. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in hand. 10:25. This print is part of an album.

Exodus from Egypt, 1646 print In the foreground Moses and Aaron who lead the people of Israel from Egypt. The Jewish people go to the Red Sea in a long procession with all their possessions. Under the performance a reference in Latin to the Bible text in ex. 12:33. This print is part of an album. paper engraving the Israelites leave Egypt; first movement from Rameses to Succoth (Exodus 12:31 - 13:16)

Betrayal of Christ, Anonymous, Cornelis Cort, After Girolamo Muziano, c. 1570 - 1573 print This print is part of an album. paper engraving Judas Iscariot is revealed as Christ's betrayer (communion of Judas)

The Ark of the Covenant about the Jordaan worn, Pietro Aquila, After Rafaël, 1675 print A group of men and soldiers wear the ark of the covenant. In the foreground on the left is a river god (the Jordaan). Bible verse under the show. Print is part of an album. paper etching Ark of the Covenant ~ Jewish religion. transportation of the Ark of the Covenant (in general) ~ Jewish religion

Calling Matthew, Hans Collaert (I), After Ambrosius Francken (I), 1646 print Christ passes the publican Matthew with his students and asks him to follow him. Matthew stands up from his couch and leaves the table where he collects taxes. Under the show a reference in Latin to the Bible text in mat. 9: 9. This print is part of an album. paper engraving calling of Matthew (Levi), the tax-collector (usually with money lying on the table and people paying taxes) (Matthew 9:9; Mark 2:14; Luke 5:27-28)

Scourging Christ; Of the Lyden and Passion Christi; Passion of Christ; Den Grooten Figuer Bibel (...). Christ dressed in a loincloth and tied to a pillar, is kicked and fled by soldiers. Under the show a four-line verse in Latin. At the bottom right of the letter: f. This print is part of an album.

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