Bijbelverzen 1906 - 1948

This handwritten page of biblical verses in Dutch was created by Marie Jordan in 1927. Its existence raises questions about the role of faith and personal interpretation during a period of significant social change in the Netherlands. The early 20th century saw increased secularization and new theological debates challenging traditional religious beliefs. Was Jordan creating this document for personal reflection, or as part of a wider religious movement? The act of copying and annotating scripture suggests a desire to engage directly with religious texts, potentially resisting the interpretations offered by established religious institutions. To fully understand the context of this piece, we could research the religious landscape of the Netherlands in the 1920s, looking for the rise of particular religious movements. We might investigate the role of women in these movements, and analyze the content of the verses themselves. The meaning of this artwork is contingent on its social and institutional context.