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Thomas Becket forbids the Earl of Leicester to pass sentence on him, 1162
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Thomas Becket forbids the Earl of Leicester to pass sentence on him, 1162
984741 Thomas Becket forbids the Earl of Leicester to pass sentence on him, 1162, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub. London, 1863 (colour litho) by Doyle, James William Edmund (1822-92); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thomas Becket (1118-1170), Archbishop of Canterbury.); The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright
Media ID 23022226
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Archbishop Of Canterbury Chronicle Of England Crucifix Earl Of Leicester Forbidding Justice Sentence Sentencing Thomas A Becket Thomas Becket Forbids Monks
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This print captures a pivotal moment in history as Thomas Becket, the revered Archbishop of Canterbury, stands resolute before the Earl of Leicester. The year is 1162, and tensions between church and state are reaching their peak. In this striking image from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, published in London in 1863, artist James William Edmund Doyle brings to life the intense confrontation between these two powerful figures. Becket's commanding presence is evident as he raises his hand, forbidding the Earl of Leicester from passing sentence on him. Clad in his clerical robes and holding a crucifix close to his heart, Becket exudes unwavering determination and unyielding faith. The cross serves as a symbol of divine protection amidst political turmoil. The historical significance resonates through this image - it represents an era when justice was entangled with religious authority and power struggles within medieval Britain were at their height. It highlights Becket's defiance against secular interference into ecclesiastical matters. As we gaze upon this scene frozen in time, we are transported back to witness a crucial episode that would ultimately lead to Becket's martyrdom just eight years later. This photograph not only showcases Doyle's artistic prowess but also reminds us of the enduring legacy left by individuals who fought for principles they held dear even at great personal cost.
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