Mid East Collection (#7)

Stephen stoned to death in 36 AD
Apostle Stephen stoned to death for preaching Christianity, 36 AD. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century Gustave Dore illustration

Jesus performs the miracle of loaves and fishes
Jesus multiplying bread and fish to feed the multitudes who came to hear him preach. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Jesus at the Sea of Galilee
Jesus preaching from a boat on the shore of the Sea of Galilee. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Jesus at the Last Supper
Jesus breaking bread at the Last Supper with the Apostles. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Jesus performs a miracle for the wedding at Cana
Wedding at Cana, where Jesus turned water into wine for the celebration. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

David playing the harp
King David playing the harp in ancient Israel. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Ezekiel in the valley of dry bones
Hebrew prophet Ezekiel walking through the valley of dry bones. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Elijah in a chariot of fire
Elijah taken by an angel in a fiery chariot. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Lazarus raised from the dead
Jesus raising Lazarus from his tomb. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Jesus performing a miracle on the Sea of Galilee
Jesus and his Apostles miraculously catch enough fish to feed the multitudes. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Elijah demonstrating the power of the Hebrew god
Prophet Elijah invoking Yahweh over Baals priests on Mount Carmel. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

John the Baptist preaching
John the Baptist foretelling the coming of a messiah. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Jesus born in Bethlehem
Shepherds and kings worshipping Jesus in a stable. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Jesus performs his first miracle at the wedding at Cana
The wedding at Cana, where Jesus turned water into wine. Printed halftone reproduction of a Veronese painting

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David using his slingshot to defeat the Philistines giant warrior, Goliath. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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The Roc, a fabulous legendary bird of great size and strength. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Ottoman Turks from the upper class, 1700s
Turkish woman in public (left), sultan and his wife (center), and a dancer, 1700s. Antique hand-colored print

Turkish defeat in the Battle of Lepanto, 1571
Defeat of the Turkish fleet by the Holy League under Don Juan of Austria, Battle of Lepanto, 1571. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Ottoman Turk soldiers, early 1700s
Turkish soldiers, first half of the 18th century. Antique hand-colored print

Palestinian garden, 1800s
Gourds grown as a vine in an Arab garden, Palestine, 19th century. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Travelers on the road to Antioch, 1800s
Ancient walls and castle of Antioch in the 1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Seaport of Sidon, Lebanon
Sidon, a chief seaport of ancient Phoenicia on the Mediterranean. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Traditionally dressed Arab men
Arab men in traditional clothing. Antique hand-colored print

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Turkish sultan and officials of the Ottoman Empire. Antique hand-colored print

Ottoman Turk soldiers, circa 1900
Ottoman Turk soldiers and sailors, circa 1900. Color lithograph reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Ottoman Turk military officers, 1900
Military officers of the Ottoman Empire, circa 1900. Color lithograph reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

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Bridge over the Tigris River at Baghdad, 1850s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Syrian dervish and citizens
People of Syria, including a Druze woman and a dervish (left rear). Antique hand-colored print

Syrian women
Women of Syria, with a fellah (peasant) woman at right. Antique hand-colored print

Kurdish and Greek women
Kurdish woman (left), and women from Preveza and Chios. Antique hand-colored print

Citizens of the Ottoman Empire, 1800s
Couple from the Ottoman Empire, man from Adrianople, and a veiled woman of Salonika. Antique hand-colored print

Paul arrested in Jerusalem
Arrest of the apostle Paul in Jerusalem, to be sent to prison in Caesarea. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Paul and Barnabus at Antioch
Apostles Paul and Barnabas preaching Christianity at Antioch. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Temple of Solomon
Solomons Temple in ancient times. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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King Nebuchadnezzar II overlooking the city of Babylon, 7th century BC. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Ancient canal of Babylonia
Remains of Babylonian canals, viewed in the mid-1800s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Battle of Jericho in ancient Palestine
Joshua and the Israelites conquering Jericho, circa 1400 BC. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Nebuchadnezzar asks Daniel to interpret his dreams
Daniel and his companions meeting the King of Babylon, Nebuchadnezzar. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Nebuchadnezzar in ancient Babylon
King Nebuchadnezzar meeting a gardener, ancient Babylon. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Royal Persian Guard of Darius the Great
Archers of Dariuss Royal Persian Guard, from the Hall of Artaxerxes II at Susa. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century photograph

Persians defeated at the Battle of Platae, 479 B. C
Greeks repelling the Persian army under Mardonius at the Battle of Plataea, 479 BC. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Egyptian sandstorm destroys the army of Cambyses II
Persian army of Cambyses II destroyed in a North African sandstorm after conquering the Nile valley, 522 BC. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century Gustav Dore illustration

Sowing seed in ancient times
Farmer in the ancient Middle East sowing grain. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Ancient agriculture
Farmer sowing seeds in the ancient Middle East. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Fishermen with nets in ancient Palestine
Fishermen with nets along the Sea of Galilee, ancient Palestine. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Jerusalem in the Roman Empire
Temple and the city of Jerusalem when part of the Roman Empire, about the time of Jesus. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Worship of a golden calf by the Hebrews
Worship of a golden calf by the Israelites in the time of Moses. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Traders in ancient Israel
Wealthy merchants in ancient Israel. Antique hand-colored print

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The Mid East, a region steeped in history and rich with cultural treasures. From the Hanging Gardens of Babylon to Jesus calming the storm on the Sea of Galilee, this land has witnessed remarkable events that have shaped our world. As we delve into its past, we find ourselves transported to medieval Europe at the start of the Crusades, where kingdoms clashed and ideologies collided. The maps of ancient Palestine reveal the intricate tapestry of Judah and Israel, while the vast expanse of the Roman Empire reminds us of their dominance. Intriguingly, it was during this time that Jesus shared his Last Supper with his devoted Apostles - an iconic moment forever etched in our collective memory. Meanwhile, an Assyrian king rides triumphantly in his chariot as a symbol of power and might. Moving forward through time brings us to Jesus at Emmaus - a poignant encounter filled with hope and revelation. Palestinian women in Jerusalem during the 1800s offer glimpses into daily life amidst changing times. And who can forget about Lebanon's majestic Cedars? These towering trees stand tall as symbols of resilience and endurance throughout centuries. Finally, let us not overlook the Arab empire that flourished in mid-700s; its influence stretching far beyond borders both geographically and culturally. The Mid East is more than just a geographical location; it is a treasure trove brimming with stories waiting to be discovered. Its legacy continues to shape our present as we unravel its mysteries from one captivating chapter to another.