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Flagellant: Sect, founded 1260, whipped themselves until blood ran in order to obtain God's mercy and to appease his wrath for the sins of mankind. During time of Plague they would process through the streets. By Jost Amman, 16th century (woodcut)
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Flagellant: Sect, founded 1260, whipped themselves until blood ran in order to obtain God's mercy and to appease his wrath for the sins of mankind. During time of Plague they would process through the streets. By Jost Amman, 16th century (woodcut)
536396 Flagellant: Sect, founded 1260, whipped themselves until blood ran in order to obtain God's mercy and to appease his wrath for the sins of mankind. During time of Plague they would process through the streets. By Jost Amman, 16th century (woodcut); Universal History Archive/UIG
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This haunting image captures the extreme devotion of the Flagellant sect, founded in 1260, who believed that by whipping themselves until blood ran, they could obtain God's mercy and appease his wrath for the sins of mankind. During times of plague, such as the Black Death that ravaged Europe during the 14th century, these devotees would process through the streets in a solemn display of penance and supplication.
The woodcut by Jost Amman from the 16th century depicts this grisly ritual with stark realism. The figures are shown in black and white, emphasizing the severity and gravity of their actions. The scene is both mesmerizing and unsettling, inviting viewers to contemplate the lengths to which some will go in pursuit of spiritual redemption.
In an era marked by epidemic outbreaks and widespread fear of contagion, the Flagellants sought solace through self-inflicted pain and sacrifice. Their practices may seem extreme or even barbaric to modern sensibilities, but they offer a glimpse into a time when faith was intertwined with suffering and mortality.
This print serves as a powerful reminder of humanity's enduring quest for meaning amidst adversity, as well as our capacity for both profound devotion and profound cruelty.
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