Ecumenical Council Collection

COUNCIL OF CONSTANCE, 1414. Bohemian religious reformer Jan Hus (c1369-1415) at the Council of Constance, 1414. Wood engraving, 19th century

The First Council of Nicaea, c. 1560. Creator: Nebbia, Cesare (1536-1614)
The First Council of Nicaea, c. 1560. Found in the collection of the Musei Vaticani in Viale Vaticano, Rome

First Council of Nicaea, First Half of 16th century. Artist: Strelitzas, Theophanes (Theophanes the Cretan)
First Council of Nicaea, First Half of 16th century. Found in the collection of Stavronikita monastery, Mount Athos

The Council of Trent, 1545-1563 (chromolitho)
1093815 The Council of Trent, 1545-1563 (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Council of Trent, 1545-1563)

Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae: Council of Trent, 1565. 1565
Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae: Council of Trent, 1565

Ecumenical Council of Nicea, 1882. Artist: Anonymous
Ecumenical Council of Nicea, 1882. Private Collection

Emperor Constantine burning Arian books, 1640s. Artist: Magnone, Carlo (?-1653)
Emperor Constantine burning Arian books, 1640s. Private Collection

First Council of Nicaea. Artist: Ancient Russian frescos
First Council of Nicaea. Found in the collection of Saint Sophia Cathedral, Kiev

First Council of Constantinople, 14th century. Artist: Anonymous
First Council of Constantinople, 14th century. Found in the collection of the Church of Saint Demetrius, Patriarchate of Pec

First Council of Nicaea, ca 1350. Artist: Anonymous
First Council of Nicaea, ca 1350. Found in the collection of the Visoki Decani monastery, Kosovo

First Council of Nicaea, 14th century. Artist: Anonymous
First Council of Nicaea, 14th century. Found in the collection of the Church of Saint Demetrius, Patriarchate of Peć

First Council of Nicaea, 16th century. Artist: Byzantine icon
First Council of Nicaea, 16th century. Found in the collection of the The Hilandar Monastery, Athos

The Appeal of the Dissident Bishops at the Sorbonne, 5th March 1717 (oil on canvas)
XIR212596 The Appeal of the Dissident Bishops at the Sorbonne, 5th March 1717 (oil on canvas) by Vleughels, Nicolas (1668-1737) (attr)

FIRST VATICAN COUNCIL, 1869. The oecumenical council of the Vatican, convened December 8th 1869. Lithograph, c1870

BYZANTINE ICONOCLASTS. Iconoclasts rubbing out an image of Christ. Left: Council of Constantinople, 815. Illumination from a manuscript psalter made in the Monastery of Studios, Constantinople, 1066

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The Ecumenical Councils: Uniting Faith and Shaping History Throughout history, the Ecumenical Councils have played a pivotal role in shaping the course of Christianity. These gatherings brought together religious leaders from different regions to discuss matters of doctrine, resolve conflicts, and establish unity within the Church. One such significant council was the Council of Constance in 1414. Here, Bohemian religious reformer Jan Hus found himself at odds with established beliefs. This wood engraving from the 19th century captures his presence as he passionately defended his views amidst heated debates. Another milestone event was the First Council of Nicaea during the first half of the 16th century. The artist Strelitzas beautifully depicts this gathering led by Theophanes (Theophanes the Cretan). It was here that crucial decisions were made regarding theological controversies and resulted in what is known today as the Nicene Creed. Moving forward to later centuries, we encounter another influential council - The Council of Trent held between 1545-1563. A chromolitho print showcases this momentous assembly where Catholic leaders addressed issues raised by Protestant Reformation while reaffirming traditional teachings. An intriguing glimpse into history can be seen through Speculum Romanae Magnificentiae's depiction of The Council of Trent in 1565. This artwork provides us with a visual representation capturing both grandeur and solemnity present during these ecclesiastical meetings. Fast forwarding to more recent times, an anonymous artist portrays The Ecumenical Council of Nicea in 1882. This image reminds us that even after centuries since its inception, ecumenism remains relevant as it continues to foster dialogue among diverse Christian denominations for greater understanding and cooperation. Historically significant moments are also depicted through art like Emperor Constantine burning Arian books during the 1640s by Carlo Magnone.