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The Distress in Russia, Peasants importuning their Priest (engraving)
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The Distress in Russia, Peasants importuning their Priest (engraving)
1592148 The Distress in Russia, Peasants importuning their Priest (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Distress in Russia, Peasants importuning their Priest. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 28 November 1891.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23396852
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Despair Desperation Distress Distressed Misery Peasantry Peasants Wretch Imam Religious Orders Religious Role
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The Distress in Russia, Peasants importuning their Priest
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is a poignant engraving that captures the deep despair and misery experienced by the Russian peasantry during the 19th century. The image depicts a group of peasants desperately pleading with their priest for solace and guidance amidst their dire circumstances. The artist skillfully portrays the anguish on the faces of these wretched individuals, emphasizing their desperation through hunched postures and tear-filled eyes. The religious role of the priest is highlighted as he stands at the center, his expression reflecting both empathy and helplessness in face of such overwhelming suffering. This engraving serves as a powerful commentary on social inequality and economic hardship prevalent in Russia at that time. It sheds light on how religion played a significant role in providing comfort to those enduring immense distress. Moreover, it highlights the crucial responsibility placed upon clergy members to offer support and guidance to their flock during times of crisis. "The Distress in Russia" not only captures a specific historical moment but also resonates with universal themes of human suffering and resilience. It reminds us of our collective duty to alleviate distress within society while underscoring the profound impact that faith can have on people's lives during times of adversity. Through this evocative print, we are transported back to an era where religious figures held great influence over communities grappling with unimaginable hardships – an image that continues to evoke compassion even today.
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