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HELL: SEVEN DEADLY SINS. The Gluttonous are forcefed on toads, rats, and snakes

HELL: SEVEN DEADLY SINS. The Gluttonous are forcefed on toads, rats, and snakes


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HELL: SEVEN DEADLY SINS. The Gluttonous are forcefed on toads, rats, and snakes

HELL: SEVEN DEADLY SINS.
The Gluttonous are forcefed on toads, rats, and snakes as infernal punishment for one of the Seven Deadly Sins. Woodcut from Le grant kalendrier et compost des Bergiers, Troyes, France, 1496

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1496 Allegory Breast Christianity Damned Death Evil Feast Gluttony Hell Judaism Nude Personification Punishment Rodent Satan Seven Seven Deadly Sins Sinner


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This woodcut print from 1496, titled "HELL: SEVEN DEADLY SINS" offers a chilling glimpse into the infernal punishment for one of the most notorious sins - gluttony. The image portrays a group of men and women, stripped of their clothing and dignity, being forcefed an array of repulsive creatures including toads, rats, and snakes. Each bite they take represents their insatiable desire for excess and indulgence. The artist's attention to detail is remarkable as he captures the torment on each sinner's face while Satan himself oversees this gruesome feast. This allegorical representation serves as a stark reminder that our actions in life have consequences beyond the mortal realm. Created during the late medieval period in Troyes, France, this woodcut reflects both Christian teachings on sin and damnation as well as influences from Judaism. The personification of evil is vividly depicted through Satan's presence in this scene. Though disturbing at first glance, this artwork invites contemplation on our own vices and urges us to reflect upon how we navigate temptation in our daily lives. It serves as a powerful visual reminder that unchecked gluttony can lead us down a path towards eternal suffering. Displayed within its historical context, this print stands not only as an artistic masterpiece but also as a cautionary tale passed down through generations about the dangers of succumbing to our basest desires.

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