Favourite Sayings - The blind need no mirrors
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Favourite Sayings - The blind need no mirrors
Black and white lantern slide of a young man holding a mirror in front of a blind old man who is holding a cup and the leash of a small dog which sits between them.. Part of Box 197 Sayings, Boswell Collection. A looking-glass is of no use to a blind man. Lantern slide creations of C. H. Spurgeons (a British Particular Baptist preacher, 1834-1892) illustrated John Ploughmans Pictures. Date: circa 1890s
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© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans
1834 1892 Baptist Blind Creations Favourite Leash Mirror Particular Phrases Pictures Preacher Proverb Proverbs Quote Quotes Sayings Sits Slides
Favourite Sayings - The Blind Need No Mirrors
EDITORS COMMENTS
- This evocative black and white lantern slide, part of the extensive Boswell Collection, presents a poignant scene of a young man holding a mirror in front of a blind old man. The old man, with a serene expression on his face, holds a cup in one hand and the leash of a small dog in the other, which sits calmly between them. The young man's intent gaze and the old man's tranquil demeanor create an intriguing tableau that invites reflection. This image is a creation of C.H. Spurgeon (1834-1892), a renowned British Particular Baptist preacher, and is one of the many illustrations in his "John Ploughman's Pictures." The phrase "The blind need no mirrors" is a traditional proverb, which emphasizes the idea that those who cannot see physically do not require the reflection of a mirror to know themselves. This profound saying, accompanied by the evocative image, serves as a reminder of the deeper truths that can be gleaned from simple observations. The lantern slide, with its intricate details and nuanced storytelling, is a testament to the power of visual communication. It transports us back to the late 19th century, inviting us to ponder the wisdom of the past and the enduring relevance of these favorite sayings. This image, with its rich history and thought-provoking message, continues to resonate with audiences today.
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