Modus Meditandi: dertien devotiescènes met richtlijnen voor christelijke meditatie 1610 - 1620

"Modus Meditandi: dertien devotiescènes met richtlijnen voor christelijke meditatie" (Mode of Meditation: thirteen devotional scenes with guidelines for Christian meditation), a 17th-century etching by Jacob Matham, depicts a series of scenes from the life of Christ within circular frames. These scenes are accompanied by devotional text, likely in Dutch, instructing viewers on the importance of meditation and contemplation. Created between 1610 and 1620, this piece, now held in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into the religious practices of the period, emphasizing the visual and textual aspects of Christian devotion. The work showcases Matham's detailed style of etching, with meticulous attention to detail and intricate figural representations. The text provides a framework for religious reflection, enhancing the meditative experience for the viewer.