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Hilltop abbeys in Portugal and Belgium
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Hilltop abbeys in Portugal and Belgium
Convent of the Friars Minor Capuchin, in the Sintra mountains near Lisbon, Portugal, and the Abbey of Mount Cornillon, near Liege, Belgium. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Theodore Goetz from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), Weimar, 1823
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This exquisite hand-colored copperplate engraving, taken from Friedrich Johann Bertuch's Bilderbuch fur Kinder (Picture Book for Children), published in Weimar in 1823, showcases two remarkable hilltop abbeys from Portugal and Belgium: the Convento dos Capuchos in Sintra, near Lisbon, and the Abbey of Mount Cornillon near Liege. The Convento dos Capuchos in Portugal, home to the Capuchin Friars Minor, is nestled amidst the Sintra Mountains. The Capuchin order, founded in 1525, is a branch of the Franciscan Order, known for their commitment to austerity and poverty. The brothers in this convent lived in small, individual cells, each with a tiny window, creating a humble and contemplative atmosphere. The rugged terrain and stunning natural beauty of Sintra Mountains added to the serene and spiritual ambiance, making it an ideal location for religious retreat. On the other side of Europe, the Abbey of Mount Cornillon in Belgium, near Liege, stands proudly atop a hill. Founded in the 11th century, this abbey was home to the Hieronymite monks, also known as the "Wandering Friars," who dedicated their lives to the hermitage and the contemplative life. The monks of Mount Cornillon lived in solitude, devoting their time to prayer and meditation. The abbey's name, Mount Cornillon, is derived from the Cornelian cherry tree, which was abundant in the area. This image, created by Theodore Goetz, offers a glimpse into the spiritual lives of the Capuchin and Hieronymite monks in Portugal and Belgium during the early 19th century. The engraving's intricate details and vibrant colors bring the hilltop abbeys to life, allowing us to imagine the quiet, contemplative existence of the monks who called these places home.
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