Concepts Collection (page 81)

HELL
Those who were guilty of lustfulness during their lifetimes are punished by being thrust into tubs full of fire and sulphur

HELL
Those who were guilty of gluttony during their lifetimes are punished by being forced to swallow toads and other venomous creatures

HELL
Those who were guilty of idleness during their lifetimes are punished by being bitten by sharp-fanged serpents

HELL
Those who were guilty of wrath during their lifetimes are punished by being pierced by pointed lances

HELL
Those who were guilty of envy during their lifetimes are punished by being immersed in a freezing lake

The Tree of Vices
THE TREE OF THE VICES From the roots of evil spring the Seven Deadly Sins, each in turn branching out into all manner of wickedness

Jesus as Advocate
Jesus depicted as the Advocate who will defend humankind at the Last Judgment in spite of our sins and errors

Jesus in Church
Jesus depicted as being always present in places of worship

The Interior Heaven
System of the empyrean, or interior heaven, showing the fall of Lucifer

Indian Reincarnation
An Indian belief asserts that if a live black cat is thrown into a fire, a reincarnated soul is liberated (How did they find out ?)

Buddhist Reincarnation
The Buddhist concept of the cycle of re-birth : the soul is born again as a shellfish (3 of 4)

Buddha Reborn
A 4-year old Indian peasant boy, perceived to be the reincarnation of Buddha, is adored by pilgrims who come to hear him preach and interpret Buddhas teachings

Presenting Souls to God
Angels present the souls of the recently deceased to God

Praying to Guardian Ang
A mother instructs her little child how to pray to its GUARDIAN ANGEL, who appears beside the cot together with a putto

Guardian Angel
A Guardian Angel leads a small child along a dangerous mountain path with a broken fence

Flight Demo
See, its easy when you know how ! - an Angel demonstrates the art of flying to an admiring audience

Spirit of Faith
THE SPIRIT OF FAITH - an Angel stands by a cross and indicates the general direction of Heaven

Angel with Arrow
A flying angel carries an arrow in one hand, points with the other

Concepts / Angels
A Guardian Angel watches over a child as she reaches out for a flower

Concepts / Religious / Hell
Hell Mouth

Concepts / Religious
THE FORTRESS OF FAITH The Church, surrounded by heretics and unbelievers, defended by bishops, monks and of course the Pope

SHIPWRECK
An early warning of the risks involved in crossing the Atlantic at high speed

Woman breathing incense fumes
An example of the sense of smell -- a woman is in raptures as she breathes in fumes of incense

People panic as the Millennium arrives -- the fearful populace seek refuge in a church

Concepts / Heaven & Hell
Sinners carried off to hell, the good go to heaven : wall painting from Orsa parish in Dalarna, Sweden

Sri Lankan Hell
Hell according to the people of Sri Lanka, who name it Calla Sootraya

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Concepts are the threads that weave together the tapestry of our understanding, guiding us through the broad and narrow paths of life. Just as there is a choice between heaven or hell, we navigate our spiritual journey with faith and conviction. The allegory of Plato's Cave reminds us to question our perceptions and seek enlightenment beyond mere shadows. In the vast political map of Africa, concepts of unity and diversity intertwine, shaping nations and identities. Mary of Seven Sorrows embodies resilience in times of anguish, offering solace to those who bear heavy burdens. HEAVEN beckons with its celestial promise, inspiring hope for eternal bliss. Roman God Janus stands at the crossroads between past and future, reminding us to reflect on lessons learned while embracing new beginnings. The Cabbala Tree of Life illuminates mystical realms where divine knowledge resides - a colossus connecting earthly existence with higher planes. Motor and sensory homunculi reveal how intricately our bodies are mapped out conceptually - every sensation meticulously orchestrated within ourselves. "Be yourself" whispers a golden foil message, urging authenticity amidst societal pressures. Mary's presence in Russian Iconography symbolizes devotion transcending borders - an embodiment of love that unites cultures under her protective gaze. Higgs boson conceptual artwork delves into the mysteries of particle physics - pushing boundaries in pursuit of fundamental truths. A mosaic depicting Roman memento mori serves as a poignant reminder that all things must pass; it urges contemplation on mortality's role in shaping our lives' meaning. In this world brimming with diverse concepts, let us embrace their power to shape perspectives and ignite curiosity within ourselves – for it is through concepts that we unravel life's enigmatic tapestry one thread at a time.