Jerome was a brilliant asshole who otherwise had many of the marks of sanctity. If he were not hitting himself or stabbing himself or whatever he’s doing here, he would not be a saint. Glad he’s kicking himself in the ass. Makes me feel OK about asking him for his prayers.
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[…] via Penitent St. Jerome — Albrecht Altdorfer — Biblioklept […]
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The lion here is quite like the indoor lion of Durer’s St Jerome in His Study – http://www.cbl.ie/cbl_image_gallery/collection/detail.aspx?imageid=61&imagenumber=t0004822&AspxAutoDetectCookieSupport=1
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Jerome was a brilliant asshole who otherwise had many of the marks of sanctity. If he were not hitting himself or stabbing himself or whatever he’s doing here, he would not be a saint. Glad he’s kicking himself in the ass. Makes me feel OK about asking him for his prayers.
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