Monk Collection (page 100)

St. Augustine Meeting Meets King Ethelbert Cross
St. Augustine meets King Ethelbert for the first time. Augustine led the Gregorian mission from Rome to Britain to Christianize King AEthelberht and his Kingdom of Kent from Anglo-Saxon paganism

Pope Pius VII Portrait Monk Order Of Saint Benedict
Pope Pius VII, 1742 - 1823. Head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 14 March 1800 -1823. He was also a monk of the Order of Saint Benedict, theologian and bishop

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A Sadhu reads on the ghats

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A view towards Whitby Abbey

Mummified bodies of deceased monks in the Capuchin Catacombs of Palermo, Sicily, Italy. After a work by Italian photographer Giuseppe Incorpora circa 1895

Mummified bodies of deceased monks in the Capuchin Catacombs of Palermo, Sicily, Italy. After a work by Italian photographer Giuseppe Incorpora circa 1895

Monks giving alms. Before the seizure of the monasteries by Henry VIII, they were the centres of religious life and of charitable and hospitable deeds. From British History in Periods, published 1904

Historic image in black and white of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Pisa Cathedral and a monk standing in the foreground, circa 1920; Pisa, Italy

Ferdinand de Geramb, 1772 - 1848. French aristocrat (though that is disputed), soldier and Trappist monk; Artwork

Francois Rabelais, circa 1483 / 1494 - 1553. French Renaissance writer, physician, Renaissance humanist
Francois Rabelais, circa 1483/1494 - 1553. French Renaissance writer, physician, Renaissance humanist, monk and Greek scholar; France

The tomb of Rahere aka Raher or Raherius, (Anglo-Norman priest and monk), The Priory Church of St Bartholomew the Great, aka Great St Bart s, West Smithfield, London, England

Francois Rabelais, c. 1483-1494 - 1553. French Renaissance writer, physician, Renaissance humanist
Francois Rabelais, c.1483-1494 - 1553. French Renaissance writer, physician, Renaissance humanist, monk and Greek scholar. From The International Library of Famous Literature, published c. 1900

Martin Luther, 1483 - 1546. German professor of theology, composer, priest and monk. Illustration by Gordon Ross, American artist and illustrator (1873-1946)

Painting at Monte Oliveto Maggiore abbey, Tuscany, Italy

The raven who brought bread to St. Anthony and St. Paul of Thebes. Saint Anthony or Antony, 251 - 356. Christian monk from Egypt. St. Paul of Thebes, aka Paul, the First Hermit or St

Martin Luther, 1483 - 1546. German professor of theology, composer, priest, monk, and a seminal figure in the Protestant Reformation. From The International Library of Famous Literature, published c

A man on a white horse, whom Cuthbert believed to be an angel, gave the saint advice on how to cure a swelling on his knee which had made walking impossible. Saint Cuthbert, c. 634 - 687

Buddhist ceremony

Jizo looks after the souls of dead children, Tokyo, Japan
Jizo looks after the souls of dead children

Monks in Angkor, Cambodia
Monks in Angkor

Shwedagon Temple; Yangoon, Myanmar

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In the tumultuous year of 1963, a Buddhist monk named Thich Quang Duc made a powerful statement that shook the world. Faced with President Ngo Dinh Diem's oppressive anti-Buddhist measures and his mistreatment of protestors, Duc decided to take drastic action. On June 11th, at an intersection in Saigon, South Vietnam, he committed self-immolation. Captured by photographer Malcolm Browne, the image of Duc engulfed in flames became an iconic symbol of resistance and sacrifice. It served as a stark reminder of the lengths individuals would go to fight for their beliefs and bring attention to injustice. Centuries earlier, another monk left his mark on history through cartography. The Fra Mauro Map from 1460 challenged conventional wisdom by orienting south at the top instead of north. This bold choice showcased the innovative thinking and curiosity present within monastic circles during that time. Monks have often been associated with spiritual practices and devotion throughout history. From Dom Perignon perfecting champagne-making techniques to Coates Plymouth Gin crafted by monks using secret recipes passed down through generations – their dedication has resulted in exquisite creations enjoyed by many. Religious icons also play a significant role in monastic traditions. The Icon of St. Joseph of Arimathea at Glastonbury depicts him holding both the Holy Grail and a staff that miraculously bloomed with flowers – symbols representing faith and divine intervention. Artistic expressions have long captured various aspects of monastic life too. Antonello da Messina's painting "Saint Jerome in his Study" portrays contemplation amidst books and solitude while highlighting intellectual pursuits embraced by monks. Yet not all depictions are serene; some explore folklore or satire like "Woman raising her skirts to scare off the devil. " These images remind us that even those dedicated to spirituality can confront earthly challenges with humor or unconventional methods. Saint John of the Cross exemplifies the resilience and strength found in monastic figures.