Bless Collection (page 5)

Marble PROSKYNETARION with enthroned Christ. From Peribleptos. Second half of the fourteenth century. Mystras Museum. Province of Lakonia. Region of the Peloponnese

FOXE: BOOK OF MARTYRS. Rector Rowland Taylor on his way to the stake, 1555, during the Marian Persecutions in England. Line engraving from a late 18th century English edition of John Foxes The Book

MORMON CONFIRMATION. Wood engraving, American, 1853

PARIS: BELLS OF NOTRE DAME. Baptism of four new bells for the Cathedral of Notre Dame, Paris, France. Wood engraving, 1856

FLEET OF HENRY V, 1415. The fleet of King Henry V setting sail for France from Southampton, England, 11 August 1415. Wood engraving, late 19th century

SUEZ CANAL: OPENING, 1869. Blessing the Canal at Port Said, in the Presence of the Imperial and Royal Visitors. Wood engraving from an English newspaper of 1869

INDIA: WEDDING, 1780s. Gaurian priests celebrating the nuptial ceremonies of their principal people. Copper engraving, English, late 18th century

ISaC & JACOB. Isaac blessing Jacob (Genesis 27: 26-29). Wood engraving after Gustave Dor

NUPTIAL BED, c1730. The blessing of the nuptial bed. Copper engraving, c1730, by Bernard Picart

ISaC BLESSES JACOB. The blind Isaac mistakenly blesses Jacob, believing him to be his first-born son Esau (Genesis 27)
ISaC BLESSES JACOB. The blind Isaac mistakenly blesses Jacob, believing him to be his first-born son Esau (Genesis 27: 26-29). Wood engraving, American, 19th century

SHABBETAI TZEVI (1626-1676). The self-proclaimed Messiah blesses one of his followers: line engraving, 18th century

SAMUEL & SAUL. Samuel blessing Saul (I Samuel 9). Engraving after Gustave Dor

IRISH IMMIGRANTS, 1851. Irish emigrants leaving home for America receiving the priests blessing. Wood engraving from an English newspaper of 1851

SHABBETAI TZEVI (1626-1676). Hebrew mystic from the Ottoman Empire and self-proclaimed messiah. Shabbetai Tzevi blessing one of his followers. Line engraving, 18th century

God bless our school. Print shows books, a globe, a bust sculpture, a still life painting and a painting depicting the majesty of nature, two chalk slates, and a map of America. Date c1874

God bless our family, family record, Chicago IL

God bless our home. Date c1885 Aug. 15

Why bless my heart Johnny, you re welcome! Hows your mother?. Date c1816 Sept. 12

The Egyptian Rite of Cagliostro
Reception for the grade of Egyptian Mistress. The ceremonial closure of the shutters containing the blessed crown of roses is accompanied by the drawing of a circle with a sword around the recipient

Royal wedding procession through Windsor
Enthusiastic reception of royal newly weds Victoria(Vicky)(1840-1901) the Princess Royal and Crown Prince Frederick William of Prussia(1831-1888) at Windsor

Dark Lane Sign
Not the way to go by night! A signpost to Dark Lane, seen at Bless Gate, Worcestershire, England. Date: 1960s

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Minutemen assembling on Cambridge Common the night before the Battle of Bunker Hill, 1775. Hand-colored halftone of a 19th-century illustration

Minuteman leaving for battle, 1775
With his familys blessings, a minuteman joins the colonial revolt, 1775. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

The marriage of Emperor Napoleon III
Emperor Napoleon III (1808-1873) neels with Empress Eugenie(1826-1920) for a blessing during their marriage ceremony in Paris

Farming for Ladies The scene in the farmyard when the ladies, bless em, take a fancy to farm management

Cj Fox / Mrs Armistead
CHARLES JAMES FOX British statesman with his mistress, Mrs Armistead: " Strike home! and I will bless thee for the Blow!"

Sick are Blessed
Priests bless the sick in front of the Rosary

Church Bless Emigrants
Emigrants leave their village loading a wagon with their possessions, while the Church bestows its blessing. Date: 1851

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"Bless: A Tapestry of Divine Moments and Sacred Figures" In the intricate threads of history, we find ourselves immersed in moments that are truly blessed. From the Last Supper of Jesus and the Apostles to Jesus revealing himself at Emmaus, these divine encounters have left an indelible mark on our collective consciousness. Even in unexpected places, blessings abound. Take, for instance, the King George VI - Coronation Souvenir Postcard or William Shakespeare gracing a Christmas card; their presence reminds us that greatness can be found in both royalty and artistic genius. The tapestry expands further as we witness Blessed Gerard of Villamagna alongside St Mary Magdalen and St Catherine of Alexandria. Their union symbolizes the power of faith and devotion to overcome any obstacle. And then there is Joseph, Mary, and Jesus - a holy trinity that radiates love and grace. Their journey serves as a reminder that even amidst adversity, miracles can unfold. St Louis of Toulouse stands side by side with St Anthony of Padua and St Stephen; together they exemplify courage, compassion, and unwavering dedication to their beliefs. In 1878, when the bells of St. Paul's Cathedral were blessed anew, it was not just an act but a proclamation - a call for divine protection over all who sought solace within its walls. As we gaze upon "God Bless Our Motherland, " our hearts swell with pride for our homeland's rich heritage and enduring spirit, and is here where blessings flow abundantly from every corner. Saint Blaise of Sebaste emerges from ancient times like a guiding light through centuries past. His legacy lives on as his teachings continue to inspire countless souls seeking solace in turbulent times. Within the Monastery Santa Maria's cloister lies serenity beyond measure—a sanctuary where prayers echo through time itself—reminding us that blessings are not confined by physical boundaries but transcend into the realm of the eternal.