Ware Godsdienst 1620s

"Ware Gods-dienst" (True Godly Service) is an anonymous 17th-century Dutch print from the Rijksmuseum depicting a scene from a Protestant church service. The artist, possibly a follower of Jan Luyken, used a simple, yet effective, engraving technique. The image portrays a preacher delivering a sermon to a crowded congregation, highlighting the centrality of faith and scripture in the Dutch Reformed tradition. This artwork offers a valuable glimpse into the social and religious life of early modern Netherlands, showcasing the importance of religious expression and devotion during that era.