Knight of the Order of Saint Lazarus of Jerusalem, 1796 (engraving)

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Knight of the Order of Saint Lazarus of Jerusalem, 1796 (engraving)

FLO4706992 Knight of the Order of Saint Lazarus of Jerusalem, 1796 (engraving); (add.info.: Knight of the Order of Saint Lazarus of Jerusalem. Military and Hospitaller Order established in the Holy Land in the 12th century. The Order of the Hospitallers of Saint Lazarus of Jerusalem was initially developed thanks to Roger Boyand (died around 1131), rector of the Jerusalem Hospital in 1120. Lazarus was the patron saint of lepers and the order played a role in eradicating the disease in Europe in the Middle Ages. Then he merged to the order of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in 1608 by Henry IV (1553-1610). According to the Catholic encyclopedia, it was a purely hospital order whose members proclaimed themselves a knight without ever going to battle. Hand-coloured copper engraving, in "Images historiques des costumes des principaux peuples de l'Antiquite et du Middle Ages" by Robert Von Spalart, published in 1796.); © Florilegius

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This stunning engraving captures the essence of chivalry and nobility in the Knight of the Order of Saint Lazarus of Jerusalem, dating back to 1796. The intricate details in this hand-colored copper engraving bring to life the rich history and tradition of this ancient Military and Hospitaller Order. Established in the Holy Land in the 12th century, the Order of Saint Lazarus played a crucial role in caring for lepers and eradicating the disease in Europe during the Middle Ages. Despite being a purely hospital order, its members proudly proclaimed themselves as knights without ever engaging in battle. The knight depicted here exudes a sense of honor and duty, embodying the values that have defined this illustrious order for centuries. His regal attire reflects his status as a member of an esteemed brotherhood dedicated to serving those most in need. As we gaze upon this historical print, we are transported back to a time when acts of compassion were just as revered as acts of valor on the battlefield. The legacy of the Knight of Saint Lazarus lives on through images like these, reminding us of our shared humanity and our capacity for kindness and generosity towards others.

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