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Typus Religionis, Allegory of the Society of Jesus (oil on canvas)
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Typus Religionis, Allegory of the Society of Jesus (oil on canvas)
XIR181863 Typus Religionis, Allegory of the Society of Jesus (oil on canvas) by French School, (16th century); Centre Historique des Archives Nationales, Paris, France; (add.info.: a three-masted ship carrying the founders of the Orders; un trois-mats portant les fondateurs d Ordres; St. Ignatius of Loyola holding a chrism; St. Francis of Assisi, Founder of the Order of Friars Minor; St. Bruno, Order of Carthusians; St. Dominic, Founder of the Order of Preachers; Basil, founder of eastern monasticism; Anthony, founder of western monasticism; ); French, out of copyright
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Antoine Assise Augustin Augustine Of Hippo Augustinian Benedict Benedictine Benoit Bishop Dominican Dominique Drowning Franciscan Galleon Ignace Jesuit Rowing Boat Sea Creature Society Of Jesus Virtuous
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Typus Religionis, Allegory of the Society of Jesus - A Glimpse into the Founders' Journey
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. This oil on canvas print, titled "Typus Religionis, Allegory of the Society of Jesus" takes us back to the 16th century and offers a profound visual representation of the founding figures behind various religious orders. The artwork, housed in Paris's Centre Historique des Archives Nationales, showcases a majestic three-masted ship carrying these esteemed individuals. At its helm stands St. Ignatius of Loyola, holding a chrism symbolizing his role as a spiritual leader. Accompanying him are St. Francis of Assisi, founder of the Order of Friars Minor; St. Bruno representing the Carthusians; and St. Dominic, who established the Order of Preachers. The painting also pays homage to Basil and Anthony—founders respectively associated with eastern monasticism and western monasticism—highlighting their significant contributions to religious life. As we gaze upon this masterpiece, we witness both faith and virtue personified through each figure's serene countenance amidst turbulent waters. A rowing boat filled with virtuous souls accompanies them while sea creatures surround them—a symbolic representation perhaps alluding to challenges faced during their journeys. Intriguingly juxtaposed against this scene is an imposing galleon reminiscent of Renaissance-era vessels—an emblematic nod towards Jesuit influence during that period. This remarkable artwork serves as a testament to these visionary
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