Oosters-orthodoxe christenen wachten op het heilig vuur in de Heilig Grafkerk te Jeruzalem op de dag van paasavond 1730

This 1730 engraving by Dutch artist Bernard Picart depicts a scene from the Holy Fire ceremony in the Holy Sepulchre church in Jerusalem, a significant event in the Eastern Orthodox tradition. The image shows a chaotic scene with people pushing and scrambling, a testament to the fervor and excitement surrounding this event. The two panels depict both the anticipation of the Holy Fire's descent and its distribution by the Patriarch. The composition is detailed, with a focus on the faces and expressions of those participating in the ritual, giving viewers a glimpse into the spiritual energy of this tradition.