Praying Collection (page 3)

The Prophet Daniel, in the Chigi Chapel, 1655-61 (marble)
XJL186919 The Prophet Daniel, in the Chigi Chapel, 1655-61 (marble) by Bernini, Gian Lorenzo (1598-1680); Santa Maria del Popolo, Rome, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Devotional rosaries in the hands of the wooden statue of Mary. Abruzzo, Italy

Rievaulx Abbey, the High Altar, 1854. Creator: Roger Fenton
Rievaulx Abbey, the High Altar, 1854

Daniel in the Lions Den, c1615. Artist: Peter Paul Rubens
Daniel in the Lions Den, c1615. Rubens, Pieter Paul (1577-1640). Found in the collection of the National Gallery of Art, Washington

Freiburg Minster Cathedral in Breisgau, Germany Circa 1887
Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Illustration of Freiburg Minster Cathedral in Breisgau, Germany Circa 1887. Source: Original edition from my own archives

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

St. Michaels Golden-Domed Monastery, Kiev
St. Michaels Golden-Domed Monastery is a functioning monastery in Kiev, the capital of Ukraine. Originally built in the Middle Ages, the monastery comprises the Cathedral itself, the Refectory of St

Bayon Castle, Angkor Thom, Cambodia

Pythagoreans Hymn to the Rising Sun, 1869 (oil on canvas)
BAL134943 Pythagoreans Hymn to the Rising Sun, 1869 (oil on canvas) by Bronnikov, Fedor Andreevich (1827-1902); 99.7x161 cm; Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow

Peace Rally
July 1919: Open-air thanksgiving service at St. Pauls Cathedral, London. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

In Memoriam - scene in Tewkesbury Abbey, WW1
A lone woman stands alone in front of a roll of honour, with the Union flag hanging over it inside Tewkesbury Abbey in Gloucestershire during the First World War. Date: 1919

Girl saying Grace but pet dog unwilling
" Fold Your hands Bob!" A pretty young girl says Grace, but is slightly affronted that her pet dog Bob is unwilling to join in and fold his paws together respectfully.... Date: circa 1910

Statue of Zeus in Ancient Olympia
Statue of Zeus in Olympia. coloured historical artwork. This statue was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and was 12 metres high inside the Temple of Zeus in Olympia, Greece

Islamic Contortions
Some Moslems choose to twist and contort their bodies while praying, bending backwards to a remarkable degree

Mani stone, Solu Khumbu Everest Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Himalayas, Nepal, Asia

Woman praying in Elijahs Cave Synagogue in Haifa, Israel, Middle East

High Mass at a Fishing Village on the Zuyder Zee, Holland
Artist: Clausen, George - Title: High Mass at a Fishing Village on the Zuyder Zee, Holland - Date: 1876 - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Canvas 47 x 83.8

Woman praying at the feet of the Buddha in the temple of the Standing Buddha, Wat Intrawiharn, Bangkok, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

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

Mackonochie / Vfair 1870
ALEXANDER HERIOT MACKONOCHIE Ritualist clergyman

Crusader Praying
A French Chevalier banneret (horseman carrying a banner) prays before leaving for the Second Crusade

Devotional Posture / Islam
Islamic attitudes of worship - some involve praying on a prayer mat

Praying before Agincourt
Henry V and his troops pray for victory over the French before the battle of Agincourt

Grotto of the Annunciation, Nazareth
View inside the Grotto of the Annunciation in Nazareth, where by tradition Mary is said to have received a visit from the Angel Gabriel

Scene inside the Church of the Nativity, Bethlehem
A scene inside the Church of the Nativity, Bethlehem, which marks the traditional birthplace of Jesus

The Adoration of the Christ Child, c. 1490. Creator: Vincenzo Frediani
The Adoration of the Christ Child, c. 1490

The Nativity at Night, c. 1490 (oil on oak)
3709992 The Nativity at Night, c.1490 (oil on oak) by Geertgen tot Sint Jans (c.1460-90); 34x25.3 cm; National Gallery, London, UK; Netherlandish, out of copyright

Portrait of Margaret Beaufort, Countess of Richmond and Derby (1443-1509)
STC133107 Portrait of Margaret Beaufort, Countess of Richmond and Derby (1443-1509), Foundress of St. Johns College, Cambridge, from The History of Cambridge, pub. by R

Edward the Confessor in church (engraving)
2792889 Edward the Confessor in church (engraving) by Margetson, William Henry (1861-1940) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward the Confessor in church)

The Queen of Sheba Worshipping the Wood of the True Cross
BAT235262 The Queen of Sheba Worshipping the Wood of the True Cross, The Reception of the Queen of Sheba by King Solomon (c.1015-977) and The Battle of Milvian Bridge

The Assumption of the Virgin with Busts of the Archangel Gabriel and the Virgin of... c
The Assumption of the Virgin with Busts of the Archangel Gabriel and the Virgin of the Annunciation, c. 1400/1405

Primitive Methodists at Prayer, c1889, (c1902). Creator: Unknown
Primitive Methodists at Prayer, c1889, (c1902). After a painting in the Dudley Museums Service collection. Depiction of fishermen in the congregation of the Fore Street Chapel in St Ives, Cornwall

Christian Loses His Burden, c1916. Artist: William Strang
Christian Loses His Burden, c1916. An illustration from John Bunyans The Pilgrims Progress. An English nonconformist preacher and writer

A Prayer to the Madonna, c1877-1912, (1912). Artist: Maurice Bompard
A Prayer to the Madonna, c1877-1912, (1912). A colour print from Famous Paintings, with an introduction by Gilbert Chesterton, Cassell and Company, (London, New York, Toronto, 1912)

Madonna and Child between St Francis and St John the Evangelist, c1320s. Artist: Pietro Lorenzetti
Madonna and Child between St Francis and St John the Evangelist, c1320s. St Francis of Assisi (1181-1226) is bearing the stigmata on his left hand, while St John carries a book

Jesus with Mary and Martha, c1870. From the Bible (Luke X. 42)

OHIO: FATHER FENWICK, c1870. Bishop Edward Fenwick blessing the first Catholics in Ohio. Carte de visite, c1870

Hagia Sophia Deesis mosaic - Virgin Mary

Front cover of the Sphere Scott Memorial Number
Front cover of The Sphere, Memorial Number of the Scott Antarctic Expedition showing a sombre scene of a group of men praying by a cairn topped with a cross in memory of Captain Scott, who died

Japanese man praying
A Japanese buddhist man at prayer

Christ on the Mount of Olives, 1819 (oil on wood)
XIR59930 Christ on the Mount of Olives, 1819 (oil on wood) by Goya y Lucientes, Francisco Jose de (1746-1828); 47x35 cm; Colegio Escolapios de San Anton, Madrid

Armand Jean le Bouthillier de Rance, 1683 (engraving)
XJF406212 Armand Jean le Bouthillier de Rance, 1683 (engraving) by Schuppen, Pierre Louis van (1627-1702); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Adoration of the Shepherds, c. 1640-42 (oil on panel)
BAL35651 The Adoration of the Shepherds, c.1640-42 (oil on panel) by Reni, Guido (1575-1642); 100x100 cm; Pushkin Museum, Moscow, Russia; Italian, out of copyright

The Blessing of the Wheat in the Artois, 1857 (oil on canvas)
XIR173095 The Blessing of the Wheat in the Artois, 1857 (oil on canvas) by Breton, Jules (1827-1906); 126x320 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Arras

Church of England Service on a WWI battlefield for troops heading into the trenches - the Chaplain is officiating from a small field altar. Date: circa 1915

Ippen Shonen, a traveling Buddhist priest who popularized dancing-praying ceremonies
JAPAN: BUDDHIST PRIEST. Ippen Shonen, a traveling Buddhist priest who popularized dancing-praying ceremonies, arrives at a town in the countryside. Scroll painting, 1299

Coptic icon, Jesus

Orthodox coptic icon, St Mark

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"Captivating Moments of Praying: A Glimpse into the Spiritual World" The timeless beauty of "Praying Girl" by Roberto Ferruzzi takes us back to the 19th century, where innocence and devotion intertwine in a single brushstroke. Jean Francois Millet's masterpiece "The Angelus" transports us to a serene countryside, where two humble figures pause their labor to offer prayers, reminding us of the importance of reflection amidst our daily routines. St Joseph of Cupertino teaches us that prayer can elevate our spirits beyond earthly limitations, as he defies gravity with his unwavering faith and connection to the divine. William Teulon Blandford Fletcher's "Sacrament Sunday" captures a momentous occasion when believers gather together to partake in sacred rituals, finding solace and strength through communal worship. Jean Francois Millet's second rendition of "The Angelus" invites us once again into its tranquil atmosphere, urging us to find solace in prayer during times of hardship or uncertainty. St. Teresa of Avila's oil painting reveals her deep contemplation and spiritual ecstasy as she connects with God on an intimate level, inspiring others to seek profound union with the divine through prayerful introspection. In "The Attainment; The Vision of the Holy Grail, " Sir Galahad, Sir Bors, and Sir Percival exemplify how fervent prayers can lead one towards enlightenment and fulfillment on their quest for spiritual truth. The Golden Temple in Amritsar stands majestically beside Amrit Sagar lake as devotees immerse themselves in prayer at this revered Sikh shrine—a testament to the power of faith transcending boundaries. Adorning Namugongo Catholic Martyrs Shrine in Kampala, Uganda is a captivating church fresco depicting martyrs who fearlessly prayed even amidst persecution—reminding us of the unwavering strength found in prayer.