Prophetic Rome in the High Renaissance Period: Essays
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Author Description
The dimension of prophecy has been largely missed, both in general political studies of Renaissance Rome and in studies of its art and culture at this time. During the last two or three decades, however, a number of scholars have been at work on a wide range of prophetic material, largely in unpublished sources. Their work has been scattered in specialist studies and journals. In bringing together studies by a group of key scholars in the field, a new light is thrown on the perspectives and expectations of certain Renaissance Popes (particularly Julius II, Leo X, and Clement VII), of members of the Curia, and of other leading figures of the time. Political, cultural, and artistic strands interweave around the prophetic themes in a manner which creates a distinctive ambience in the Rome of the pre-Counter Reformation.
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THE THESIS
This collection of essays investigates the overlooked role of prophetic discourse in shaping the political and cultural landscape of High Renaissance Rome. Marjorie Reeves, a distinguished historian of apocalyptic thought, compiles research from various scholars to examine how prophetic expectations influenced the actions and self-conceptions of key figures such as Popes Julius II, Leo X, and Clement VII. The volume argues that these prophetic themes were not peripheral but central to the political and artistic identity of the Roman Curia during the pre-Counter Reformation era.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Analysis of unpublished prophetic source materials from the High Renaissance period.
- Examination of the intersection between political power and apocalyptic expectations in the Vatican.
- Case studies focusing on the reigns of Julius II, Leo X, and Clement VII.
- Exploration of how prophetic themes manifested in the art and culture of the era.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts recognize this volume as a significant contribution to the study of Renaissance intellectual history, particularly for its focus on previously neglected primary sources. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose, which serves as a foundational resource for scholars interested in the intersection of religion and politics in early modern Europe.
Page Count:
448
Publication Date:
1992-07-16
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0199201730
ISBN-13:
9780199201730
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