Monk Collection (page 3)

Close up of Burmese buddhist monk hands praying
Mynamar, Yangon. Burmese buddhist monk praying near the Shwedagon pagoda (MR)

The Month of June, c. 1400 (fresco)
BAL75566 The Month of June, c.1400 (fresco) by Bohemian School, (15th century); Castello del Buonconsiglio, Trento, Italy; (add.info)

CODEX AMIATINUS: EZRA. Ezra the scribe writing in a large codex held on his knees. Illumination from the Codex Amiatinus, Northumbria, early 8th century

A monk demonstrating meditation at the Zen Music Shaolin Grand Ceremony, Shaolin, Henan Province, China

Myanmar, Burma, Rakhine State, Sittwe. Three novice monks look out of their dormitory window at the Pathain Monastery. Most early learning takes place in monastery schools

The Temptation of Saint Anthony (Oil on canvas)
7393515 The Temptation of Saint Anthony (Oil on canvas) by Callot, Jacques (1592-1635) (after); 47 x 72 cm; Fondation Glenat, Grenoble, France; © Fonds Glenat

St Benedict exorcises a possessed monk, 1415-20, (tempera on wood)
7146404 St Benedict exorcises a possessed monk, 1415-20, (tempera on wood) by Pietro, Nicolo di (fl.1394-1430); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

St Anthony in the Desert, illustration from Helmet & Cowl: Stories of Monastic and Military Orders W. M. Letts and M
STC445255 St Anthony in the Desert, illustration from Helmet & Cowl: Stories of Monastic and Military Orders W.M. Letts and M.F.S

Geoffrey Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales, The Pilgrims leaving The Tabard Inn (colour litho)
5198825 Geoffrey Chaucer, The Canterbury Tales, The Pilgrims leaving The Tabard Inn (colour litho) by Haweis, Mary Eliza (1848-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: Geoffrey Chaucer)

A group of Cristeros gathered for secret devotions, c. 1926 (b / w photo)
STC375637 A group of Cristeros gathered for secret devotions, c.1926 (b/w photo) by Casasola, Agustin Victor (1874-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: from The Wind that Swept Mexico)

A Fine Vintage (oil on canvas)
CH15516 A Fine Vintage (oil on canvas) by Portielje, Gerard (1856-1929); 50.8x63.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Belgian, out of copyright

A young monk studying by a window inside a temple, UNESCO, Bagan, Mandalay Region, Myanmar

Thursday, 1880, (c1902). Creator: Unknown
Thursday, 1880, (c1902). After a painting, also known as Tomorrow will be Friday, in the Tate Gallery, London. A group of Franciscans fishing, as they were forbidden to eat meat on Fridays

Saint Jerome, ca 1606. Found in the Collection of Galleria Borghese, Rome

Saint Bartholomew. Artist: El Greco, Dominico (1541-1614)
Saint Bartholomew. Found in the collection of Museo del Greco, Toledo

Easter procession, Sarov Monastery, Russia, 1903. Artist: K von Hahn
Easter procession, Sarov Monastery, Russia, 1903. Nicholas II and members of the Russian royal family visited the monastery, which is associated with St Seraphim, in 1903

The Russian royal family visiting Sarov Monastery, Russia, 1903. Artist: K von Hahn
The Russian royal family visiting Sarov Monastery, Russia, 1903. Tsar Nicholas II and his family visited the monastery, which is associated with St Seraphim, in 1903

The Hermitage of Vancouleurs, 1819. Artist: Fleury-Francois Richard
The Hermitage of Vancouleurs, 1819. Joan of Arc (c1412-1431), Maid of Orleans, French patriot and martyr, consulting the hermit about the mission that she must accomplish

Myanmar, Mandalay division, Pyin Oo Lwin. Burmese monk meditating under Dattawgyaik Waterfall (MR)

Abbeville, France - Abbey of Saint Riquier founded in 799 Date: circa 1850s

Silhouette, Enough to Make a Saint Swear
Enough to Make a Saint Swear -- silhouette showing a monk annoyed to see that a cat has knocked over a jug of milk and is lapping it all up

China, Tibet, Lhasa, Tibetan monk with Potala Palace (MR)

Saint Bruno / Butler Lives
SAINT BRUNO alias BRUNO THE GREAT Archbishop of Cologne and Duke of Lorraine

Vajra and bell, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Monk walking in Saint-Pierre de Solesmes Abbey, Solesmes, Sarthe, Pays de la Loire, France, Europe

Novice Buddhist monk and Phra Atchana Buddha statue, Wat Si Chum, Sukhothai, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sukhothai Province, Thailand, Asia

Monks pulling ropes of big bell, Chion in temple, eastern hills, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan, Asia

Buddhist monk looking over the Valley of the Puna Tsang River, Trongsa Dzong, Trongsa, Bhutan, Himalayas, Asia

Monk with Skull, Etc
Father Leonard Parisinus, a missionary monk, with a selection of significant items - a skull, a crucifix, a missal and an empty candlestick

Knight of the Knights Templar in house habit, Templier en habit de maison
5912809 Knight of the Knights Templar in house habit, Templier en habit de maison. Handcoloured woodblock engraving after an illustration by Jacques Charles Bar from Abbot Tirons Histoire et Costumes

Chaucers pilgrims, led by himself
LLM455680 Chaucers pilgrims, led by himself by Skelton, Joseph Ratcliffe (fl.1888-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chaucers pilgrims, led by himself)

The Venerable Bede translating the last chapter of St John. The Illustration from An Outline of Christianity edited by
1275249 The Venerable Bede translating the last chapter of St John. The Illustration from An Outline of Christianity edited by As Peake et al (Waverley, c 1910.) by Penrose

Seeking Sanctuary
OLD37304 Seeking Sanctuary by Knowles, George Sheridan (1863-1931); Gallery Oldham, UK; eGallery Oldham; English, out of copyright

The Warning before Flodden, 1874 (oil on canvas)
WAG13324 The Warning before Flodden, 1874 (oil on canvas) by Faed, John (1820-1902); 135 x 185 cm; Wolverhampton Art Gallery, West Midlands

The Mercy Fathers ransoming the captives in Algeria, c. 1830-40 (litho) (b / w photo)
CHT287709 The Mercy Fathers ransoming the captives in Algeria, c.1830-40 (litho) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Ms Fr 2629 fol. 167 Queen Melisande of Jerusalem (1109-60
BNP159910 Ms Fr 2629 fol.167 Queen Melisande of Jerusalem (1109-60) marrying Fulk V of Anjou (1092-1143), from the Histoire de la conquete of Jerusalem by William of Tyre (c.1130-85) c.1470 (vellum)

Admiral Nelson Receiving the Spanish Admirals Sword, Battle of St
3244759 Admiral Nelson Receiving the Spanish Admirals Sword, Battle of St. Vincent (coloured engraving) by Orme, Daniel (1766-p.1832) (after); National Museum of the Royal Navy, Portsmouth

The Tabernacle and its priests (tempera on plaster)
BLP397886 The Tabernacle and its priests (tempera on plaster) by Jewish School, (2nd century); Dura-Europos Synagogue, National Museum of Damascus, Syria; Photo eZev Radovan; out of copyright

Portrait of Martin Luther (1483-1546) from Memoirs of the Court of Queen
STC146192 Portrait of Martin Luther (1483-1546) from Memoirs of the Court of Queen Elizabeth, published in 1825 (w/c and gouache on paper) by Essex

H. H. Dalai Lama, Paris, France, Europe
H.H. Dalai Lama, Paris, France, Europe

Saint Jerome in his Cell, ca 1608. Found in the Collection of St. Johns Co-Cathedral, Valletta, Malta

Saint John the Forerunner with Saint John Climacus and Saint Theodore Stratelates, after 1571. Found in the Collection of State Open-air Museum of History, Architecture and Art, Pskov

Saint Anthony Preaching to the Fish. Artist: Bocklin, Arnold (1827-1901)
Saint Anthony Preaching to the Fish. Found in the collection of Kunsthaus Zurich

The Virgin and Child with Saints Anthony Abbot and George, c. 1440. Artist: Pisanello, Antonio (1395-1455)
The Virgin and Child with Saints Anthony Abbot and George, c. 1440. Found in the collection of the National Gallery, London

Room of Martin Luther (1483-1546) at Wartburg. Engraving. Co
Martin Luther (1483-1546). German reformer. Luthers room at Wartburg. Engraving by Hurel. The Religious Revolution, 1880. Colored

Martin Luther by Lucas Cranach
Martin Luther (1483-1546) by Lucas Cranach the Elder (1472-1553), engraved by Theodor Knesing (1840-?). Date: 1884

Assumption Abbey in Richardton, North Dakota, USA

Ms Fr 1537 f. 58v Illustration from Chants Royaux sur la Conception Couronnee
BAL41826 Ms Fr 1537 f.58v Illustration from Chants Royaux sur la Conception Couronnee du Puy de Rouan, depicting the choir singing the Gloria, conducted by Jean Ockeghem (1410-97)

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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.