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"The Lectern: A Symbol of Wisdom, Power, and Inspiration" The lectern has stood as a timeless symbol throughout history, witnessing the words that have shaped our world

Background imageLectern Collection: Saint Godelieve, c1485-1529. Artist: Jan Provoost

Saint Godelieve, c1485-1529. Artist: Jan Provoost
Saint Godelieve, c1485-1529

Background imageLectern Collection: Amalric of Bena teaching, c1200, (1375-1379)

Amalric of Bena teaching, c1200, (1375-1379). In 1204, the University of Paris condemned the doctrines of Amalric of Bena (or Amalric of Chartres) as heretical

Background imageLectern Collection: The Annunciation, 16th century

The Annunciation, 16th century. Museu Nacional de Soares dos Reis, Portugal

Background imageLectern Collection: Thomas Stevenson, British forensic scientist, 1899. Artist: Wag

Thomas Stevenson, British forensic scientist, 1899. Artist: Wag
Thomas Stevenson, British forensic scientist, 1899. Stevenson (1838-1908) was a scientific analyst and toxicologist who acted as an expert witness, particularly in poisoning cases

Background imageLectern Collection: John Skelton, (c1460-1529), 16th century

John Skelton, (c1460-1529), 16th century. Skelton, English poet and satirist, was tutor to Prince Henry (Henry VIII). From an edition of Collyn Clout his satirical poem of 1522 which contained

Background imageLectern Collection: Charles Dickens (1812-70) giving his last public reading at St Jamess Hall, London, 5 March 1870

Charles Dickens (1812-70) giving his last public reading at St Jamess Hall, London, 5 March 1870. He read extracts from A Christmas Carol and the trial scene from Pickwick Papers

Background imageLectern Collection: Charles Dickens (1812-70), English novelist and journalist, July 1858

Charles Dickens (1812-70), English novelist and journalist, July 1858
Charles Dickens (1812-70), English novelist and journalist. Dickens giving a public reading from his Dombey and Son, July 1858

Background imageLectern Collection: William Archibald Spooner, British clergyman and educationalist, 1898. Artist: Spy

William Archibald Spooner, British clergyman and educationalist, 1898. Artist: Spy
William Archibald Spooner, British clergyman and academic, 1898. Spooner (1844-1930) had a 60 year association with Oxford University lecturing on ancient history and philosophy

Background imageLectern Collection: The jurist Antonio Pelacani teaching his students, tombstone, Lower Church of S. Fermo, Verona

The jurist Antonio Pelacani teaching his students, tombstone, Lower Church of S. Fermo, Verona Verona Lower Church of S. Fermo Tombstone Middle Ages, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Background imageLectern Collection: Beautiful vaulted ceiling of the Chapel of Brasenose College

Beautiful vaulted ceiling of the Chapel of Brasenose College

Background imageLectern Collection: The View of Roman Forum From Portico Dii Consentes, Rome, Lazio, Italy

The View of Roman Forum From Portico Dii Consentes, Rome, Lazio, Italy
The Roman Forum is a rectangular plaza, located in Rome, surrounded by the ruins of several important ancient government buildings at the center of the city of Rome. gradually cluttered the area

Background imageLectern Collection: Annunciation Mary left kneeling Mary lectern

Annunciation Mary left kneeling Mary lectern
The Annunciation, The Annunciation to Mary. On the left the kneeling Mary behind a lectern with a book, on the right the kneeling angel with a lily branch

Background imageLectern Collection: lawyer room richly dressed lawyer sitting front

lawyer room richly dressed lawyer sitting front
At the lawyer, In a room a richly dressed lawyer is sitting in front of the fireplace at a lectern, in front of which is a gesturing man with a hat

Background imageLectern Collection: Church Furniture, Plate 166

Church Furniture, Plate 166, showing candle holders, candlesticks, lecterns, boxes, vases and other items. Date: circa 1880s

Background imageLectern Collection: Initial with image (amanuensis). Letter H. Manuscript. 15th

Initial with image (amanuensis). Letter H. Manuscript. 15th
Jewish history and wars. Initial with image (amanuensis). Letter H. Manuscript. 15th century. Chantilly Castle. France

Background imageLectern Collection: At St Stephens Church, St Albans, this lectern, a fine specimen of 15th century

At St Stephens Church, St Albans, this lectern, a fine specimen of 15th century Flemish metal work, has been standing for over 400 years

Background imageLectern Collection: St Saviourss Church, Eastbourne

St Saviourss Church, Eastbourne
Sepia print of the interior of St Savioiurs taken c1900 from the central aisle. Includes the organ, chancel and lectern. Hordern Collection General Photographic Collection West Sussex Record Office

Background imageLectern Collection: Easebourne

Easebourne
Interior view, oval sepia print. Hordern Collection General Photographic Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No PH5369

Background imageLectern Collection: Sovereigns Chair, St. Anne s

Sovereigns Chair, St. Anne s
Sovereigns Chair, St. Annes - a view outside of an ornate chair and Lectern and man in period costume behind. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Belfast). Date: circa early 1900s

Background imageLectern Collection: Lectern. 18th century. Spain

Lectern. 18th century. Spain
Lectern. 18th century. Wood and copper. Cathedral Chapter of Ciudad Rodrigo. Castile and Leon. Spain

Background imageLectern Collection: Konrad von Wurzburg, who died in 1287, dictates to a scribe

Konrad von Wurzburg, who died in 1287, dictates to a scribe. Fol. 383r. Codex Manesse (ca.1300) by Rudiger Manesse and his son Johannes. University of Heidelberg. Library. Germany

Background imageLectern Collection: Ira David Sankey / Vanity

Ira David Sankey / Vanity
IRA DAVID SANKEY the American evangelist, all but hidden behind his desk Date: 1840 - 1908

Background imageLectern Collection: Dwight Moody

Dwight Moody
Dwight Lyman Moody (1837 - 1899), American evangelist and businessman, speaking from a platform Date: 1875

Background imageLectern Collection: Interior, Norwich Cathedral, Norwich, Norfolk

Interior, Norwich Cathedral, Norwich, Norfolk
Interior view of Norwich Cathedral, Norwich, Norfolk, looking eastwards from the Choir. Date: early 20th century

Background imageLectern Collection: Design Lectern 16th century Pen brown ink brush

Design Lectern 16th century Pen brown ink brush
Artokoloro

Background imageLectern Collection: Design Lectern recto Cartouche verso 1652-1725

Design Lectern recto Cartouche verso 1652-1725
Artokoloro

Background imageLectern Collection: Annunciation Mary kneels lectern Gabriel approaches

Annunciation Mary kneels lectern Gabriel approaches
Artokoloro

Background imageLectern Collection: Digital illustration of businessman giving speech from lectern

Digital illustration of businessman giving speech from lectern

Background imageLectern Collection: The Annunciation (detail of the Virgin), c. 1472-1475 (oil on wood)

The Annunciation (detail of the Virgin), c. 1472-1475 (oil on wood)
XIR897969 The Annunciation (detail of the Virgin), c.1472-1475 (oil on wood) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: L Annonciation)

Background imageLectern Collection: St. Francis of Assisi Preparing the Christmas Crib at Grecchio, 1296-97 (fresco)

St. Francis of Assisi Preparing the Christmas Crib at Grecchio, 1296-97 (fresco)
XIR63348 St. Francis of Assisi Preparing the Christmas Crib at Grecchio, 1296-97 (fresco) by Giotto di Bondone (c.1266-1337); 270x230 cm; San Francesco, Upper Church, Assisi, Italy; Italian

Background imageLectern Collection: The Virgin Mary reading from a book of Hours, c. 1445 (oil on panel) (detail of 26541)

The Virgin Mary reading from a book of Hours, c. 1445 (oil on panel) (detail of 26541)
XIR415766 The Virgin Mary reading from a book of Hours, c.1445 (oil on panel) (detail of 26541) by Master of the Aix Annunciation, (fl.1442-45); Ste

Background imageLectern Collection: LECTERN, BY COTTERELL, 1851 engraving

LECTERN, BY COTTERELL, 1851 engraving

Background imageLectern Collection: The perfect chord, engraved by Isidore Stanislas Helman (1749-1809) 1777 (engraving)

The perfect chord, engraved by Isidore Stanislas Helman (1749-1809) 1777 (engraving)
XIR346141 The perfect chord, engraved by Isidore Stanislas Helman (1749-1809) 1777 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Moreau, Jean Michel the Younger (1741-1814) (after); Musee de la Ville de Paris

Background imageLectern Collection: Two Rabbis (pen & ink on paper) (b / w photo)

Two Rabbis (pen & ink on paper) (b / w photo)
XIR345971 Two Rabbis (pen & ink on paper) (b/w photo) by Bruegel, Pieter the Elder (c.1525-69); Stadelsches Kunstinstitut, Frankfurt-am-Main

Background imageLectern Collection: The Annunciation and the Visitation, 1518 (oil on panel)

The Annunciation and the Visitation, 1518 (oil on panel)
XAL292895 The Annunciation and the Visitation, 1518 (oil on panel) by Pacchia, Girolamo del (1477-1533); 288x207 cm; Pinacoteca Nazionale, Siena

Background imageLectern Collection: William Lilye, from The National and Domestic History of England by William

William Lilye, from The National and Domestic History of England by William
XJF347930 William Lilye, from The National and Domestic History of England by William Hickman Smith Aubrey, published London, c.1890 (litho) by English School

Background imageLectern Collection: Monument to Hector Berlioz, Square Vintimille, 1884 (stone & bronze) (b / w photo)

Monument to Hector Berlioz, Square Vintimille, 1884 (stone & bronze) (b / w photo)
XIR287768 Monument to Hector Berlioz, Square Vintimille, 1884 (stone & bronze) (b/w photo) by Lenoir, Alfred Charles (1850-1920); Paris

Background imageLectern Collection: The Annunciation, c. 1445 (oil on panel)

The Annunciation, c. 1445 (oil on panel)
XIR26541 The Annunciation, c.1445 (oil on panel) by Master of the Aix Annunciation, (fl.1442-45); 155x176 cm; Ste. Marie Madeleine, Aix-en-Provence, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageLectern Collection: Blessing the Bread, 1879 (oil on canvas)

Blessing the Bread, 1879 (oil on canvas)
XIR223497 Blessing the Bread, 1879 (oil on canvas) by Bodin, Francois Archange Joseph (1838-1902); 200x131 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Tourcoing, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageLectern Collection: The Pala d Oro, detail of St. Matthew (gold & enamel inlaid with precious stones)

The Pala d Oro, detail of St. Matthew (gold & enamel inlaid with precious stones)
XIR212831 The Pala d Oro, detail of St. Matthew (gold & enamel inlaid with precious stones) by Byzantine; Basilica di San Marco, Venice

Background imageLectern Collection: John Colet (1467-1519) preaching (engraving)

John Colet (1467-1519) preaching (engraving)
KW212278 John Colet (1467-1519) preaching (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: founder of St. Pauls school; ); Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright

Background imageLectern Collection: King Robert II (970-1031) son of Hugh Capet (c. 944-996) composing Sequences and Responses

King Robert II (970-1031) son of Hugh Capet (c. 944-996) composing Sequences and Responses
XJF193897 King Robert II (970-1031) son of Hugh Capet (c.944-996) composing Sequences and Responses, from the Chroniques de France

Background imageLectern Collection: Study Sheet with two male figures, print maker: F

Study Sheet with two male figures, print maker: F. Bruining attributed to, David Pierre Giottino Humbert de Superville, c. 1802 - c. 1850

Background imageLectern Collection: Portrait of Jacobus Taurinus, Hendrik Bary, Geeraert Brandt I, 1657-1707

Portrait of Jacobus Taurinus, Hendrik Bary, Geeraert Brandt I, 1657-1707

Background imageLectern Collection: Portrait of James Taurinus, Hendrik Bary, 1657-1707

Portrait of James Taurinus, Hendrik Bary, 1657-1707

Background imageLectern Collection: Young violin player, Willem Steelink (I), 1866 - 1928

Young violin player, Willem Steelink (I), 1866 - 1928

Background imageLectern Collection: Carl Maria von Weber (1786-1826) at Covent Garden Theatre Leading his Celebrated

Carl Maria von Weber (1786-1826) at Covent Garden Theatre Leading his Celebrated
XIR217823 Carl Maria von Weber (1786-1826) at Covent Garden Theatre Leading his Celebrated Opera of Der Freischutz, 1826 (litho) (b/w photo) by Hayter

Background imageLectern Collection: St. Jerome in his Oratory (oil on panel)

St. Jerome in his Oratory (oil on panel)
XIR216678 St. Jerome in his Oratory (oil on panel) by Reymerswaele, Marinus van (c.1490-c.1567); 63.5x90.7 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Orleans



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"The Lectern: A Symbol of Wisdom, Power, and Inspiration" The lectern has stood as a timeless symbol throughout history, witnessing the words that have shaped our world. From St Bernard of Clairvaux's passionate sermons to Harriet Slater, MP for Stoke, addressing a Women's Co-Op Meeting, it has been a platform for voices both influential and revolutionary. In the dimly lit Interior of the Prison Chapel at Bodmin Gaol in Cornwall, the lectern served as a beacon of hope amidst despair. It echoed with prayers for redemption and offered solace to those seeking guidance. John Wesley's portrait from 1788 captures him standing confidently behind his trusted lectern. His fervent teachings sparked spiritual awakenings across nations and inspired countless souls to embrace their faith. Within Gloucester Cathedral's Choir and East Window in Gloucestershire, the lectern witnessed harmonious melodies rising towards heaven. Its presence added gravitas to sacred hymns sung by devoted choirs who sought divine connection through music. Saint Jerome found solace within his study depicted by the Castilian School. The lectern became his sanctuary where he immersed himself in scripture and translated ancient texts that would shape religious thought for centuries to come. As we step into Wawel Royal Cathedral captured in 1875 by Swierzynski, we can almost hear echoes of powerful speeches delivered from its sturdy lecterns. Leaders like Hugh Scanlon fought tirelessly for workers' rights while Gordon McLennan fearlessly championed communist ideals that challenged societal norms. Danny McGarvey led the Boilermakers Union with unwavering determination from behind this humble yet commanding piece of furniture. He rallied workers together against injustice and paved the way for fair labor practices still cherished today. Even within Oriel at The Perne Library's black-and-white photo lies an air of intellectualism emanating from its well-worn lecterns.