Historical Religious Events

Engravings and woodcuts illustrating significant biblical events and figures, highlighting ceremonial acts, worship, and spiritual encounters from the Old and New Testaments.

David composed beautiful songs to the Lord. The psalmists, adoration. Psalms book. Sacred biblical history Old Testament. Old engraving from the book Historia Sagrada 1920 Juan Lagui Lliteras

Catalunya. Recibimiento de Cristóbal Colón en Barcelona a su regreso de América. Grabado de 1900.

Woodcut, Esther, Book of Esther, 2, 17, Old Testament, Catholic Picture-Bible

Woodcut, David, the Psalmist, worship, Psalms, 18, 1, Old Testament, Catholic Picture-Bible

Woodcut, the healing of the lame, Acts of the Apostles, Gospel of Luke, 3, 6, New Testament, Catholic Picture-Bible

Gustave Doré; The Buyers and Sellers Driven out of the Temple; Black and White Engraving

The birth of John the Baptist

David composed beautiful songs to the Lord. The psalmists, adoration. Psalms book. Sacred biblical history Old Testament. Old engraving from the book Historia Sagrada 1920 Juan Lagui Lliteras

The Buyers and Sellers Driven Out of the Temple by Jesus Christ. New Testament, Old 19th century engraved illustration from History of the Bible 1883

The Life of the Apostle Peter: Peter at the House of Cornelius Artist Unknown

Old Missel Roman. Historical illustration. Saint Peter receiving the keys from Jesus.

Let the little children come to me, chapter 19, verse 14, Matthew Gospel, many people, children, babies, mothers, woman, men, Jesus sitting, giving blessings, outdoors, landscape, laying on hands, pleading, concern, New Testament, Bible, historical illustration 1850

New Testament. Jesus healing the sick. Gospel of Matthew, Chapter IV, Verses 23-25. Drawing by Gustave Dore. Engraving by Bertrand. 19th century.

Jesus speaking with the woman of Canaan and promising cure for daughter vexed with a devil. 'Bible' Matthew 15.22. Wood engraving of 1865.

Bible. Exodus. Moses demands the release of the Israelites. Engraving, 19th century. Author: Julius Schnorr von Carolsfeld.

The possessed in the land of the Gardarenes, chapter 5, verse 4, Mark's Gospel, graves, dwelling, shackles, tearing, taming, sickness, spirit, men, holding on, delusion, Bible, historical illustration 1850

Woodcut, the meeting in the field Description Genesis 24, 65, creation of the world, Old Testament, Catholic Picture-Bible

The Schalksknecht, chapter 18, verses 32 and 33, Matthew Gospel, Lord and Servant, Interest, Decreased, Debt, Servants, Pay, Servants, New Testament, Bible, Historical Illustration 1850

The infanticide in Bethlehem, Matthew, chapter 2, verse 16, King Herod has all boys under 2 years of age killed in Bethlehem, murder, warriors, swords, command, babies, crime, misery, grief, suffering, Christian religion, Bible, New Testament, steel engraving Doré, historical illustration 1885

King Joshua cleansing the temple, many people, working, cleaning up, transporting, carrying, vessels, Bible, Old Testament, Second Book of Chronicles, historical illustration circa 1850

Woodcut, The Purification of the Temple, John 2, 15, New Testament, Catholic Picture Bible

The scourging of Jesus, Gospel of John, chapter 19, Pilate, thorns, crown, beat, scourge, agony, pain, sticks, king, Jews, New Testament, Bible, historical illustration 1886

JESUCRISTO . EL MESIAS PARA LOS CRISTIANOS. " LA SAMARITANA ". GRABADO DE R.DELAUNAY DE UN DIBUJO DE ANIBAL CARRACHE. BIBLIOTECA NACIONAL.

Woodcut, David's Fall and Penance, Second Book of Samuel, 12, 7, Old Testament, Catholic Picture-Bible

Dore The Daughter Of Herod Head Of John The Baptist

Christian martyrdom in the early centuries of the church, vintage engraving. Christian martyrdom in the early centuries of the church, vintage engraved illustration. Copyright: xZoonar.com/PatrickxGuenettex 10656284

Woodcut, Judith's return home, Book of Judith, 13, 13, Old Testament, Catholic Picture-Bible

The lapidation of Saint Stephen. Martyrdom of St Stephen. St Stephen the first Christian martyr having been found guilty of blasphemy by the Sanhedrin, the supreme council of the Jews, being stoned to death. New Testament, Old 19th century engraved illustration from History of the Bible 1883

The Deluge, of historic steel engraving from 1860

The Crossing of the Red Sea, painting by Hippolyte Flandrin, in the church Saint-Germain des Pres, vintage engraved illustration. Magasin Pittoresque 1867.

Etching by Nicolas Chaperon depicting the adoration of the Christ child by shepherds, showing Mary, Joseph, and pastoral figures, created in 1649.

The Crossing of the Red Sea, painting by Hippolyte Flandrin, in the church Saint-Germain des Pres, vintage engraving. The Crossing of the Red Sea, painting by Hippolyte Flandrin, in the church Saint-Germain des Pres, vintage engraved illustration. Magasin Pittoresque 1867. Copyright: xZoonar.com/PatrickxGuenettex 10678423

DEGOLLACION DE LOS INOCENTES. Grabado de 1889. Álbum de Historia Sagrada (La Santa Biblia en imágenes). Dibujo de Julio Schnorr de Carolsfeld.

Stations of the Cross, Holy Image, historic steel engraving from 1860

The crowd mocks Jesus. New Testament. Antique bible illustration by Gustave Dore (1832-1883)

Hospital Bethesda, Jerusalem, Engraving from Philippoteaux

Parable of the Rich man and Lazarus. Gospel of Luke (Luke 16:19-31). Engraving. Bible Illustration by Gustave Dore. 19th century.

Nero during the burning of Rome, Italy, historical engraving, 1888, Europe

Lucius Virginius kills his daughter Virginia to keep her from the political leader Appius Claudius.

Jesus heals the sick man. New Testament. Antique digitally colored Biblical illustration by Gustave Doré (1832-1883)

Jesus in Bethany. Mary anoints the Lord Jesus. Matthew book, New Testament Sacred biblical history. Old engraving from the book Historia Sagrada 1920 Juan Lagui Lliteras

Noah Curses Ham for His Mockery by Julius Schnorr von Carolsfeld, illustration, (1794-1872)

The Baptism of Vladimir the Great or Saint Vladimir of Kiev, c. 958 -1015

New Testament. Jesus raising up the daugter of Jairus. (Luke 8:54). Draving by Gustave Dore and engraving by Trichon. 19th century. Later colouration.

St. Paul in Athens. Raphael (Italian, 1483-1520) (designed after) painter May, Stephen de (English, act. 1690-1710) (workshop, attr.) weaver c. 1690-1700 Tapestry Dimensions: H 11'3" x W 14'3" Tapestry Materials/Techniques: unknown Culture: English Weaving Center: London Ownership History: Made for Earls of Winchilsea & Nottingham, Burley-on-the-Hill, Rutland. Inherited by Major Jamrs Hanbury, Burley-on-the-Hill, Rutland. Captain Bertram Currie coll., Dingley Hall, Market Hanborough. Sold at Christie, Manson & Woods (London), 3/26/1953, lot 86. Perez, London (1953). French & Co., New York (1953). Mr. & Mrs. Louis Brugman coll., New York (1953), bequeathed to Cathedral of St. John the Divine, New York, 1954 (stolen). Inscriptions: Inscription in upper border banderole around coat of arms: NIL / CONSCIR / SIBI Before temple of Mars (Ares), Paul, from rostrum, preaches on Areopagus before group of philosophers; statue of Mars (Acts 17:15-34) (L & R BRD) columns with twisted vines, cherubi

Exodus. The staff of Moses becomes a serpent in front of the pharaoh of Egypt. Sacred biblical history Old Testament. Old engraving from the book Historia Sagrada 1920 Juan Lagui Lliteras

The risen Jesus appearing to his disciples in the hall of Jerusalem, historic steel engraving from 1860

Woodcut, Jesus in the house of Martha, Gospel of Luke, 10, 42, New Testament, Catholic Picture-Bible

Santa Basilisa (-68) y Santa Anastasia (-68), mártires nobles romanas, discípulas de San Pedro y San Pablo, muertas por Nerón. Grabado de 1852.

Woodcut, Daniel saves Susanna from Death, Book of Daniel, 13, 59, Old Testament, Catholic Picture-Bible

Lucius Junius Brutus orders his own sons to be beheaded, because they have been conspiring to restore the dynasty of the Tarquins. Date: 509 BCE

For 9 days Rome is ravaged by fire. Though Nero is not in Rome at the time, rumours accuse him of starting the fire and playing the cithara while it rages. Date: June 64

Exodus. The staff of Moses becomes a serpent in front of the pharaoh of Egypt. Sacred biblical history Old Testament. Old engraving

JOSEPH EXPLICA LOS SUEÑOS AL FARAON. Grabado de 1889. Álbum de Historia Sagrada (La Santa Biblia en imágenes). Dibujo de Julio Schnorr de Carolsfeld.

The raising of Lazarus, New Testament, steel engraving 1853, digitally restored

Zacchaeus. Jesus and the chief tax-collector at Jerico. Zacchaeus climbed up into a sycamore tree, New Testament, Old 19th century engraved illustration from History of the Bible 1883

The Passion of Jesus. Christ presented to the people (John 19:15). Engraving. Bible Illustration by Gustave Dore. 19th century.

CHARLEMAGNE RECEIVING AMBASSADORS FROM HAROUN AL RASCHID.

The crowd mocks Jesus. New Testament. Antique digitally colored Biblical illustration by Gustave Doré (1832-1883)

Woodcut, Jacob and Rachel at the fountain, Genesis 29, 10, creation of the world, Old Testament, Catholic Picture-Bible

Eliezer Meets Rebekah at the Well by Julius Schnorr von Carolsfeld, (1794-1872)

Jonah calling Ninevah to repentance, Old Testament

The Commencement of the Last Supper by Julius Schnorr Von Carolsfeld, 1794-1872

Thomas More taking farewell of his daughter after his conviction, Thomas More, 1478 - 1535, an English statesman and humanist writer, a saint and martyr of the Roman Catholic Church, historic engraving of 1883

Saint Dorothea of Alexandria (died ca. 320) is venerated as a virgin martyr

Woodcut, Joseph reveals himself to his brothers, Genesis 45, 14, creation of the world, Old Testament, Catholic Picture-Bible

The 1906 caption reads: CHARLEMAGNE RECEIVING THE EMBASSY OF HAROUN-AL-RASCHID.The fame of Charlemagne spread even into the then unknown lands of Asia, and an embassy came to him from the Sultan, Haroun-al-Raschid of "Arabian Nights" fame. Strange beasts and ornaments and negro slaves, curiosities such as Europe had never seen before, were offered the Emperor as presents. We see the rude Franks staring at the unheard-of sights. Charlemagne or Charles the Great, a member of the Carolingian Dynasty, was King of the Franks from 768, King of the Lombards from 774, and the first Holy Roman Emper

Moses Heals Afflicted Israelites with Brazen Serpent by Julius Schnorr von Carolsfeld, illustration, (1794-1872)

The Denial of Saint Peter. Peter denies that he is one of Jesus' disciples (Matthew 26,69) New Testament. Antique bible illustration by Gustave Dore (1832-1883)

Woodcut, Salomon's temple building, First Book of Kings, 50, 1, Old Testament, Catholic Picture-Bible

Dore, Paul Gustave (1832-1883). La Sainte Bible. 1866. Jonah exhorts the ninevites to penance. Engraving.

Woodcut, the scout in the promised land, Fourth Book of Moses, Book of Numbers, 13, 3, Old Testament, Catholic Picture-Bible

Medieval singing contest held at Wartburg Castle, Germany.The Count and Countess of Thuringia sit in judgement on a dais, as singers compete below them Date: Medieval

Woodblock print of priests and nuns listening to a Sermon from John Foxes' Actes and Monuments. Dated 16th Century

Solomon and the Queen of Sheba. still image. 1883. The Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Division of Art, Prints and Photographs: Picture Collection. Queens, Fans (Accessories), Robes , To 499, Solomon, King of Israel, Sheba, Queen of, receptions, Servants , To 499, Kings

Healing of the Leper by Alexandre Bida, print, 1823-1895

The Life of the Apostle Peter: The Death of Sapphira Artist Unknown

Smies, Jacob, Netherlands, Senus, Willem van, Radbod does not let himself be baptized, 719, Radbod, king of the Frisians, refuses to be baptized by bishop Wulfram of Sens in 719. Radbod stands with one leg on the edge of the baptismal font. Below the image the caption: Do I 'so he asks' also find my fathers unbaptized by God, print, picture, historical print, prints, Frederik Muller Historical plates, height 84 mm, width 66 mm, Dutch, 1773-08 - 1851-01-15, print maker, printmaker, 1775 - 1835, fourth quarter 18th century, fourth quarter 18e eeuw, first quarter 19th century, second quarter 19th century, paper, etching, etchings, Noord-Nederlands, 1746-06-11 - 1833-08-14, intermediary draughtsman

First book of Moses, chapter 45, verse 1, Jopseph reveals himself to his brothers as no longer an Egyptian is present, Egypt, Bible, Old Testament, Genesis, story of creation, law books, palace, temple, hieroglyphics, pillars, gate, siblings, relief, joy, gratitude, kneel down, spread arms, statues, historical illustration based on Gustave Doré around 1880

Saul seeks David's life, spit, wall, interior, flee, night, harp, king, throne, lance, kill, rage, Bible, Old Testament, First Book of Samuelis, chapter 19, verse 10, historical illustration c. 1850, Middle East

'THE PARENTS OF CHRIST SEEKING HIM.' BY E. ARMITAGE, IN THE EXHIBITION OF THE ROYAL ACADEMY, 1866

DANIEL EN LA CUEVA DE LOS LEONES. Grabado de 1889. Álbum de Historia Sagrada (La Santa Biblia en imágenes). Dibujo de Julio Schnorr de Carolsfeld.

Cicero leads the opposition against Verres, governor of Sicily, who will throw up his defence and take flight. Date: 70 BCE

Return of the Prodigal Son, historic steel engraving from 1860

The Denial of Saint Peter. Peter denies that he is one of Jesus' disciples (Matthew 26,69) New Testament. Antique bible illustration by Gustave Dore (1832-1883)

Circumcision, historic steel engraving from 1860

Moses proclaims Joshua his successor in front of Eleazer. 19th cent. engraving by Schnorr von Carolsfeld.

religion ancient world Greek mythology Baucis and Philemon etching Fontainebleau 1546/1550 private collection Washington DC,

San Tiburcio (-229) y San Valeriano (177-229), hermanos romanos, ejecutados por enterrar los cuerpos de cristianos martirizados. Grabado de 1852.

Jesus with the crown of thorns, Gospel of John, chapter 19, thorns, crown, suffering, palm branch, Pilate, soldier, cloak, New Testament, Bible, historical illustration 1886

Act of justice of Don Enrique III ""El Doliente"" 1379-1406. English Henry III The Sufferer.

Two murdered brothers, pulled by ropes, are paraded in front of the public, Historic, digitally restored reproduction from a 19th century original

Loth committing fornication with his daughters, copper engraving by S. Sanredam, 1597

The abduction of Jennie aka Jane McRae by Indians in 1777 during the Revolutinary War. From a 19th century illustration.

ANCIENT ROME Marriage in a temple in the Roman forum

Tumult in Jerusalem Paul by Gustave Dore, 1832-1883

Judas wandering, engraving from a painting by Thomas, Brussels exhibition, illustration from L'Illustration, Journal Universel, No 603, Volume XXIV, September 16, 1854.

Emperor Barbarossa begins his crusade, steel engraving, 19. centuryury

Balak and Balaam got up very early in the morning, rigged his donkey and left with the leaders of Moab. Sacred biblical history Old Testament. Old engraving from the book Historia Sagrada 1920 Juan Lagui Lliteras

The idolatry of the golden calf. Moses destroy the tablets of stone. Bible. Exodus. Engraving. Author: Julius Schnorr von Carolsfeld.

Exodus. War with Amalek while Moses held up his hand, Israel prevailed and prevailed. Sacred biblical history Old Testament. Old engraving

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