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Interior of the Oude Kerk in Amsterdam

April 26, 2024

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Calvinism has been known at times for its simple, unadorned churches and lifestyles, as depicted in this painting of the interior of the Oude kerk in Amsterdam (south nave), by Emanuel de Witte. ...

Luther lässt 95 sätze gegen den ablass an die scholsskirche zu Wittenberg anschlagen, 1517

April 26, 2024

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A small crowd has gathered to watch as Martin Luther directs the posting of his 95 theses, protesting the practice of the sale of indulgences, to the door of the castle church in Wittenberg. ...

Savonarola and his execution

April 26, 2024

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Hanging and burning of Girolamo Savonarola in Piazza della Signoria in Florence in 1498. This is a 17th-century copy of a contemporary original attributed to Francesco Rosselli. In a contemporary copy from Perugia, the scroll held by angels bears ...

Sistine Chapel

April 19, 2024

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The Sistine Chapel 360 view of this key heritage site, important religious centre, and significant example of Renaissance art in the ceiling designs by Michelangelo ...