Mere Angelique Arnauld
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Mere Angelique Arnauld
JACQUELINE-MARIE-ANGELIQUE ARNAULD Known as Mere Angelique, abbess of Port-Royal, Paris Date: 1591 - 1661
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1591 1661 Abbess Angelique Arnauld Crucifix Jacqueline Marie Mere Rosary Veil
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Mere Angelique Arnauld, born Jacqueline Marie Angelique Arnauld in Paris in 1591, is depicted in this evocative photograph as the revered Abbess of Port-Royal. Known for her profound piety and unwavering dedication to the religious life, Mere Angelique led a remarkable life that spanned over seven decades. The image captures the austere beauty of the nun, her face framed by the folds of her black veil, her eyes closed in deep contemplation. Her hands, adorned only by a simple rosary, rest on a worn crucifix, a symbol of her devotion to the Christian faith. A book lies open before her, its pages illuminated by the soft glow of a single candle, suggesting hours spent in quiet study and prayer. Mere Angelique's life was marked by numerous trials and tribulations. She and her community of nuns at Port-Royal were subjected to harsh persecution during the French Revolution, and the abbey was eventually closed. Yet, Mere Angelique's influence extended far beyond the walls of Port-Royal, as she was a correspondent and confidant to some of the most influential thinkers of the time, including Blaise Pascal and Jean Racine. This photograph, with its hauntingly beautiful image of Mere Angelique, serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring power of faith and the indomitable spirit of those who dedicate their lives to the pursuit of the divine. Dating from the 17th century, this image is a precious historical artifact that offers a glimpse into the life of a remarkable woman who defied the challenges of her time and left an indelible mark on the annals of history.
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