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The High Priest, Coifi, profanes the Temple of the Idols, 627 AD
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The High Priest, Coifi, profanes the Temple of the Idols, 627 AD
984716 The High Priest, Coifi, profanes the Temple of the Idols, 627 AD, from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, pub. London, 1863 (colour litho) by Doyle, James William Edmund (1822-92); Private Collection; (add.info.: Shown here with horse and a spear (both forbidden by heathen law) and hurling the spear into the temple ordering that it be destroyed by fire. This act was done after Edwin, a King of the Bretwalda, declared in favour of embracing Christianity); The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright
Media ID 23022214
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Chronicle Of England Conversion High Priest Idol Northumbria Saxon Spears Temples Pagan Paganism
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the year 627 AD, witnessing a pivotal moment in history. The image depicts the dramatic scene of Coifi, the High Priest, defiling the Temple of the Idols. With his horse and spear by his side - both forbidden by heathen law - Coifi boldly hurls his spear into the temple, ordering its destruction by fire. This audacious act was prompted by Edwin, a revered King of the Bretwalda who had recently declared his support for Christianity. Coifi's decision to embrace this new faith marked a significant turning point in Britain's religious landscape. The lithograph showcases Doyle's masterful use of color and attention to detail as he brings this historical event to life. We can almost feel the tension in the air as Coifi challenges centuries-old pagan traditions with an act that would forever alter Northumbria's spiritual course. The image not only captures an important moment in British history but also highlights themes of conversion and religious transformation. It serves as a powerful reminder of how deeply held beliefs can be challenged and changed over time. Through this remarkable artwork from A Chronicle of England BC 55 to AD 1485, we are invited to reflect on our own journeys towards embracing new ideas and ideologies while acknowledging their profound impact on society at large.
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