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Landscape with Faith, behind her the cross, she holds a palm branch in one hand, in the other hand the reins of the bit, Heresy is trampled by Faith

Initial I: Scenes of Secular and Ecclesiastical Justice; Unknown; Sens (or), France, Europe; about 1170 - 1180; Tempera colors, gold leaf

Roscoff, Finistere, Brittany, France - Ancient Fig Tree
Brittany, France - Ancient Fig Tree in a convent garden at Roscoff, Finistere, dating back to 1610. The expanse of branches is supported by rowsof grante props

Lancing College Chapel, Secular
Lancing College Chapel c1899. Sepia print with chapel in distance. Hordern Collection General Photographic Collection west Sussex Record Office Ref No PH5624/1

Coronation of Otto III, German king, c998. Otto (980-1002), wearing a crown and holding an orb and sceptre, is flanked on the left of picture by representatives of the church

Spain (1873). First Republic. Anticlerical demonstration
" Spain (1873). First Republic. Anticlerical demonstration in Madrid (July 1873). Published in " L Illustration. Journal Universel". Etching."

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Edward VII as a freemason
Edward VII pictured with the Duke of Connaught as a Grand Master freemason. Freemasonry is a fraternal, secular society dedicated to the principles of brotherly love

Court of Francois I
FRANCOIS I OF FRANCE depicted with his court, religious on his right, secular on his left, while the people work on the land farming, planting vines etc

Luther Condemns Peasants
Martin Luther, at Seeburg, condemns Peasants who think that his rebellion against the Pope authorises them to rebel against secular authority

Wilfrid and Cadwalla
In 684 SAINT WILFRID is appointed Bishop of Selsey by Cadwalla, king of the West Saxons, though most of his career is spent in dispute with the secular powers

Vision of a Ship in Fire
Pictures in the fire

Imperial Diet Circa 1630
The Imperial Diet at the time of the Thirty Years War, with seats for the ecclesiastical princes, the secular princes, and deputies from the towns

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"Exploring Secular Themes: From Art to Politics" Step into the world of secularism through various mediums and time periods. The Garden of Earthly Delights, a mesmerizing oil painting from 1490-1500, captivates viewers with its intricate details and provocative scenes. This masterpiece by an unknown artist challenges traditional religious narratives, offering a glimpse into earthly pleasures. In contrast, The Unicorn is Killed and Brought to the Castle (c. 1500) presents a tapestry woven with wool and silk that tells a different story altogether. Here, we witness the blending of mythical creatures with everyday life—a celebration creativity. Moving forward in history, we encounter the Secular Games held in Rome—an ancient tradition where sportsmanship triumphed over religious rituals. These games showcased human achievements without any divine intervention. Christian Religious Orders also played their part in shaping secularism as they sought to balance spiritual devotion with worldly affairs. Their influence can be seen throughout Europe's rich cultural heritage. Fast-forwarding to more recent times, Spain's Civil War witnessed L'Escola de Tots advocating for Escola Nova—a progressive educational movement emphasizing secular values and free-thinking among students. Across the English Channel, Charles Bradlaugh bravely stood at the Bar at the House of Commons around 1892-93—his portrait capturing his fight for freedom of thought against religious dogma. The Second Spanish Republic embraced Escola nova once again during its tenure—a testament to its enduring impact on society’s pursuit of knowledge and enlightenment. Secularism even found its voice during America's Prohibition era when women boldly held posters demanding "Abolish Prohibition. " Such activism was further exemplified by organizations like Women's Organization for National Prohibition Reform in Washington DC (1932), which fought against restrictive laws imposed on personal choices.