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The Jew of the Rue des Billettes, Paris, desecrating the the Host by piercing it with his knife, after a 14th Century stained glass window in the Church of Saint-Alpin, Chalons-sur-Marne, France (engraving)
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The Jew of the Rue des Billettes, Paris, desecrating the the Host by piercing it with his knife, after a 14th Century stained glass window in the Church of Saint-Alpin, Chalons-sur-Marne, France (engraving)
6029329 The Jew of the Rue des Billettes, Paris, desecrating the the Host by piercing it with his knife, after a 14th Century stained glass window in the Church of Saint-Alpin, Chalons-sur-Marne, France (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Jew of the Rue des Billettes, Paris, desecrating the the Host by piercing it with his knife, after a 14th Century stained glass window in the Church of Saint-Alpin, Chalons-sur-Marne, France. Illustration for Les Arts au Moyen Age by Paul Lacroix (Firmin Didot, 1869).); © Look and Learn
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This print captures a moment of controversy and religious tension from the 14th century. Titled "The Jew of the Rue des Billettes, Paris, desecrating the Host by piercing it with his knife" this engraving is based on a stained glass window found in the Church of Saint-Alpin in Chalons-sur-Marne, France. The image depicts an alleged act of sacrilege committed by a Jewish man against the sacred Christian symbol known as the Host. The scene is filled with dramatic intensity as he pierces the consecrated bread with his knife, defying religious norms and provoking outrage among Christians. Created by French School artists in the 19th century, this engraving was featured in Paul Lacroix's book Les Arts au Moyen Age (Arts in the Middle Ages). It serves as a visual representation of medieval legends surrounding Jews and their supposed hostility towards Christianity. This artwork not only showcases intricate details and skilled craftsmanship but also sheds light on historical tensions between different religious communities during that era. It reminds us of how art can be used to convey powerful messages about faith, prejudice, and cultural clashes. As we contemplate this image today, let us reflect on its significance within history while striving for greater understanding and tolerance among diverse beliefs.
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