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The Theophilus Legend in Medieval Text and Image

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  • 297 pages
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The legend of Theophilus narrates the journey of a pious clerk who, after making a pact with the Devil, seeks redemption through the Virgin Mary. This transformation from sinner to saint is explored through various artistic mediums, including texts and manuscript illuminations. The author examines the social and cultural contexts of the legend, highlighting its reflection on medieval concerns about salvation and identity. The work emphasizes the significance of images in shaping medieval perceptions of faith and the interplay between the material and spiritual realms.

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The Theophilus Legend in Medieval Text and Image, Jerry Root

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2017
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