First Crusade. Urban II preaching the First Crusade

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First Crusade. Urban II preaching the First Crusade

First Crusade. Urban II preaching the First Crusade in the Council of Clermont (1095). Picture of the Chronicle by Guillaume de Tyr (13th c.). Gothic art. SWITZERLAND. Geneva. Public and University Library

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13th Chronicle Clermont Council Crusade Geneva Guillaume Preaching University

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This evocative image captures the pivotal moment of the Council of Clermont in 1095, where Pope Urban II (r. 1088-1099) delivered his historic call to arms for the First Crusade. The painting, created in the 13th century by the chronicler Guillaume de Tyr, is housed in the Public and University Library of Geneva, Switzerland. Urban II is depicted in the center, surrounded by an attentive crowd of clergymen and laypeople. With an expression of deep conviction, the Pope raises his right hand, gesturing towards the cross held aloft in his left. The cross, symbolizing the spiritual mission of the Crusade, is a powerful visual reminder of the sacred duty being proclaimed. The intricately detailed Gothic artistry showcases the grandeur of the scene, with the ornate arches and stained-glass windows of the council chamber creating a sense of otherworldly splendor. The rich colors and textures draw the viewer in, immersing them in the atmosphere of the momentous occasion. The First Crusade, launched in response to the pleas of the Byzantine Emperor Alexios I Komnenos for help against the Seljuk Turks, would ultimately result in the capture of Jerusalem in 1099. This painting, a testament to the power of the spoken word and the enduring allure of the Crusades, continues to captivate and inspire viewers over eight centuries later.

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