Simon the High Priest
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Simon the High Priest
Simon the High Priest - 1 Maccabees 13.
circa 1690
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1690 Biblical Maccabees Priest Simon Testament
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This evocative 17th-century print depicts Simon the High Priest, a pivotal figure in the Maccabean Revolt as recorded in the Old Testament book of 1 Maccabees. The image captures the solemnity and dignity of Simon, dressed in the sacred vestments of his office, as he offers a sacrifice at the altar of the Second Temple in Jerusalem. The temple had been desecrated by the Seleucid king Antiochus IV Epiphanes, who had imposed Greek cultural practices on the Jewish people and prohibited the practice of their faith. The Maccabean Revolt, also known as the Maccabean War or the Jewish War of Independence, began in 167 BCE when the Hasmonean brothers Mattathias and Judas led a rebellion against the Seleucid Empire. Simon, one of Mattathias' five sons, emerged as a military and political leader after his father's death, and he played a crucial role in the restoration of the Temple and the re-establishment of Jewish religious practices. This print, created around 1690, is a testament to the enduring significance of Simon's story in Jewish history and the deep reverence for the Temple and its rituals. The intricate details of the print, from the ornate decorations on the altar to the folds of Simon's robes, convey a sense of the sacredness and majesty of the Temple and the importance of the priesthood in Jewish life. The print also serves as a reminder of the resilience and determination of the Jewish people in the face of persecution and oppression, and their commitment to preserving their faith and traditions.
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