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SAINT PATRICKs HORN. The legend of an Irish beggar who carried around Saint Patrick s


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SAINT PATRICKs HORN. The legend of an Irish beggar who carried around Saint Patrick s

SAINT PATRICKs HORN.
The legend of an Irish beggar who carried around Saint Patricks horn as a relic and let people kiss it for good luck, but not blow it. A priest took the horn and blew it and was struck with paralysis. Line drawing after a 13th century British manuscript illumination

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Media ID 12412132

13th Century Beggar Blow Catholic Horn Illumination Legend Patrick Priest Relic Robe Saint Paralysis


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This print titled "Saint Patrick's Horn" takes us back to the medieval times, where legends and relics held immense power. The image depicts a scene from an Irish legend about an impoverished beggar who carried around Saint Patrick's horn as a sacred relic. It was believed that kissing the horn would bring good luck to those seeking blessings. However, blowing it was strictly forbidden. Intriguingly, a courageous priest dared to defy this prohibition and decided to blow into the ancient artifact. Little did he know that his audacity would have dire consequences. As soon as his breath touched the horn, he was struck with paralysis, forever paying for his disobedience. The line drawing featured in this print is based on a 13th-century British manuscript illumination, showcasing the exquisite artistry of that era. The men depicted wear traditional medieval robes, transporting us further into this enchanting historical narrative. Granger Art on Demand has captured not only the visual beauty of this artwork but also its rich cultural significance. This piece serves as a reminder of how deeply rooted faith and superstition were in medieval Catholicism and how legends like these shaped people's beliefs.

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