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The Church Congress at Wakefield (engraving)
1055079 The Church Congress at Wakefield (engraving) by Hall, Sydney Prior (1842-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Church Congress at Wakefield. Illustration for The Graphic, 16 October 1886.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22637128
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Bishop Of Ripon Bishops Chains Church Congress Conferences Extremes Infinite Introduces Mayor Meet Niger Polygamy President Smoking Room Wakefield Worship Finite Romane Tickled Wesleyan
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The Church Congress at Wakefield - A Glimpse into Religious Discourse and Cultural Exchange
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. This print captures a historic moment in religious history - The Church Congress at Wakefield. Engraved by Sydney Prior Hall, this artwork offers a fascinating window into the ecclesiastical world of 19th-century England. The image showcases an assembly of esteemed bishops, clergymen, and notable figures from various walks of life engaging in lively discussions within the confines of a smoking room. Here, intellectual debates on topics ranging from polygamy to worship practices unfold amidst billows of smoke. As we delve deeper into the scene, our attention is drawn to Miss Mason Romane as she introduces the "Big Brother" of Liverpool to conferences that bridge gaps between different faiths and cultures. Eminent vicarages and modern vicars mingle with government inspectors while Wesleyan representatives engage in animated conversations with bishops. In this melting pot of ideas, boundaries are pushed as Europe meets Asia and Africa through lectures exploring religion's infinite facets. The presence of chains symbolizes both constraint and liberation - a reminder that progress often emerges from challenging extremes. Presided over by Canon Straton himself, President of the Congress, this gathering serves as a platform for influential voices such as the Bishop of Ripon and Manchester to share their perspectives on pressing issues facing society. Ultimately, this engraving immortalizes not only an event but also embodies the spirit of open-mindedness and cultural exchange that defined The Church
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