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King Josiah Tears His Clothes Upon Hearing the Words of the Book of the Law
From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.
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King Josiah sits on his throne surrounded by members of the court. Before him kneels the court scribe Safia who reads to him from a large book held by two boys. Upon hearing the words of Safia, the king tears his mantle.
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Credit lineKoning Josia scheurt zijn kleren bij het horen van de woorden uit het wetboek. c. 1569. Philips Galle. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.
