World Rushes to Ruin

Book Title: Emblemes, by Fra. Quarles.

Author: Quarles, Francis, 1592-1644

Image Title: World Rushes to Ruin

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Description: A devil-like figure is shown driving a carriage carrying a globus cruciger, which represents Christ's dominion over the world. An angel is shown in the background attempting to run after the carriage and retrieve the orb.

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