De bijbel op de weegschaal 1660 - 1693

This 17th-century print, "De bijbel op de weegschaal" (The Bible on the Scales), by an anonymous artist, depicts a scene of religious controversy. The image shows a group of figures gathered around a scale, symbolizing the weighing of the Bible against other doctrines. The print was created in the Netherlands, a nation known for its religious tolerance, and likely reflects the ongoing debates about religious authority in this period. The print uses a visual language of symbolism and allegory to explore the themes of faith, reason, and scripture. This work is a valuable artifact for understanding the religious landscape of 17th-century Europe.