Ex Voto: An Account of the Sacro Monte or New Jerusalem at Varallo-Sesia
With Some Notice of Tabachetti's Remaining Work at the Sanctuary of CreaBy Samuel Butler
Length6h 1m
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In "Ex Voto: An Account of the Sacro Monte or New Jerusalem at Varallo-Sesia," Samuel Butler explores the intersection of faith, art, and pilgrimage through a richly detailed narrative that weaves together personal observation and theological reflection. Written in the late 19th century, Butler'Äôs prose is notable for its eloquent clarity and keen insights into the cultural significance of the Sacro Monte, a UNESCO World Heritage site. With a blend of travelogue and spiritual inquiry, the book delves into the rituals, iconography, and artistic achievements that characterize this sacred place, highlighting both its historical relevance and its contemporary implications for the understanding of faith in a rapidly modernizing world. Samuel Butler, a polymath and a thinker ahead of his time, wielded a diverse range of interests, from biology to literature, which deeply influenced his writings. His experiences in Italy, combined with his critical views on religion and society, provided a unique lens through which he analyzed the complex layers of spirituality. Butler'Äôs humanistic approach reflects his broader philosophical inquiries, making "Ex Voto" a significant text within his oeuvre as well as a valuable contribution to the field of religious studies and art history. This book is highly recommended for readers interested in the confluence of spirituality and artistic expression. Butler's sharp observations and vivid descriptions invite the reader to a deeper understanding of not just the Sacro Monte, but also the broader implications of religious practice in art. Whether you are a scholar of theology, an admirer of cultural history, or simply a curious traveler, "Ex Voto" promises a profound encounter with the sacred and the aesthetic.
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Length6 hrs 1 min
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Publish dateSep 18, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2PREFACE.
3ADDITIONS AND CORRECTIONS.
4CHAPTER I. INTRODUCTION.
5CHAPTER II. THE REV. S. W. KING—LANZI AND LOMAZZO.
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6CHAPTER IV. BERNARDINO CAIMI, AND FASSOLA.
7CHAPTER V. EARLY HISTORY OF THE SACRO MONTE.
8CHAPTER VI. PRELIMINARY CONSIDERATIONS.
9CHAPTER VII. AIM AND SCOPE OF THE SACRO MONTE.
10Tabachetti.
11Giovanni D’Enrico.
12Chapel No. 1. Adam and Eve.
13Chapel No. 2. The Annunciation.
14Chapel No. 3. The Salutation of Mary by Elizabeth.
15Chapel No. 4. First Vision of St. Joseph.
16Chapel No. 5. Visit of the Magi.
17Chapel No. 6. Il Presepio.
18Chapel No. 7. Visit of the Shepherds.
19Chapel No. 8. Called by Fassola and Torrotti the Circumcision, and by Bordiga the Purification.
20Chapel No. 9. Joseph Warned to Fly.
21Chapel No. 10. The Flight into Egypt.
22Chapel No. 11. Massacre of the Innocents.
23Chapel No. 12. The Baptism of Christ by John.
24Chapel No. 13. Temptation.
25Chapel No. 14. The Woman of Samaria.
26Chapel No. 15. The Paralytic.
27Chapel No. 16. The Widow’s Son at Nain.
28Chapel No. 17. The Transfiguration.
29Chapel No. 18. Raising of Lazarus.
30Chapel No. 19. Entry into Jerusalem.
31Chapel No. 20. The Last Supper.
32Chapel No. 21. The Agony in the Garden.
33Chapel No. 22. The Sleeping Apostles.
34Chapel No. 23. The Capture of Christ.
35Chapel No. 24. Christ taken to Annas.
36Chapel No. 25. Christ taken before Caiaphas.
37Chapel No. 26. The Repentance of St. Peter.
38Chapel No. 27. Christ before Pilate.
39Chapel No. 28. Christ before Herod.
40Chapel No. 29. Christ taken back to Pilate.
41Chapel No. 30. The Flagellation.
42Chapel No. 31. The Crowning with Thorns.
43Chapel No. 32. Christ at the Steps of the Pretorium.
44Chapel No. 33. Ecce Homo.
45Chapel No. 34. Pilate Washing his Hands.
46Chapel No. 35. Christ Condemned to Death.
47Chapel No. 36. The Journey to Calvary.
48Chapel No. 37. The Nailing of Christ to the Cross.
49Chapel No. 38. The Crucifixion.
50Chapel No. 39. The Descent from the Cross.
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