Luiheid (Acedia) 1619 - 1675

"Luiheid (Acedia)" is an etching by Lucas Vorsterman I, dating back to 1619-1675. The artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a woman, presumably a peasant, with her head resting on her hand, embodying the sin of sloth. This etching is a powerful portrayal of acedia, often referred to as spiritual sloth or laziness, highlighting the somber and melancholic nature of the sin. The woman's somber expression and hunched posture further emphasize the theme of inaction and apathy.