Framed Print : Trespass Offering of the Poor 1840

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Trespass Offering of the Poor 1840

This depicts a trespass offering (also known as a guilt offering) which was a sacrifice made as a compensation payment for transgressions that were committed through ignorance. Rabbis would arrange this class into those for a doubtful and for a certain trespass. Date: circa 1840

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1840 Compensation Doubtful Guilt Hebrew Jewish Jews Judaism Offering Poor Rabbi Sacrifice Trespass Trespassing Trespasser

21.5"x17.5" (55x44cm) Premium Frame

Introducing the captivating 'Trespass Offering of the Poor 1840' framed print from Media Storehouse. This exquisite artwork, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a poignant moment in history with the 'Trespass Offering of the Poor.' This intriguing image showcases a trespass offering, also known as a guilt offering, which was a sacred compensation payment made for unintentional transgressions. The intricate details and rich colors of this print are sure to add a thought-provoking touch to any room in your home or office. Embrace history and enhance your space with this beautiful and unique framed print from Media Storehouse.

Framed and mounted 17x12 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 21.5x17.5 inches (546x444mm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 41.8cm x 41.8cm (16.5" x 16.5")

Estimated Product Size is 54.6cm x 44.4cm (21.5" x 17.5")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the essence of the Trespass Offering of the Poor, a significant ritual practice in Jewish tradition during the 19th century. The Trespass Offering, also known as a Guilt Offering, was a sacrificial act intended to compensate for transgressions committed unintentionally. The poor were often the focus of this offering, as they would be the ones to provide the animal for the sacrifice. In this photograph, a group of impoverished Jews are gathered around a table, each holding a small animal, likely a lamb or goat, in preparation for the offering. The scene is presided over by a rabbi, who sits at the head of the table, his expression serious and focused. The atmosphere is one of quiet reverence and determination, as the individuals come together to seek forgiveness and atone for their unintentional wrongdoings. The Trespass Offering was an important part of the Jewish religious tradition, and was arranged into two classes: those for doubtful and those for certain transgressions. The doubtful offerings were made when the nature of the transgression was uncertain, while the certain offerings were made for more clear-cut infractions. Regardless of the nature of the transgression, the Trespass Offering provided a means for individuals to seek forgiveness and make amends, reinforcing the importance of community and spiritual growth within Jewish society. This photograph, taken circa 1840, offers a unique glimpse into the rich and complex world of Jewish religious practices during the 19th century. The image is a poignant reminder of the enduring power of faith and the human capacity for repentance and redemption.

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