Mythology, folklore, and sacred legends

A marvelous history of Mary of Nimmegen

Who for more than seven year lived and had ado with the devil

by Harry Morgan Ayres (Translator) & Adriaan Jacob Barnouw (Author)

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Language: English

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"A marvelous history of Mary of Nimmegen" by Ayres and Barnouw is a historical drama rooted in Dutch medieval literature, likely written during the late 15th century. The text focuses on the life of Mary, a young woman who falls prey to temptation and spends seven years living with the devil, grappling with issues of morality, redemption, and the consequences of her choices. This work is one of the gems of Dutch literature, exploring themes of sin and salvation in a remarkably accessible way for audiences both then and now. The play follows Mary, initially a virtuous maiden, as she succumbs to despair and temptation after being maligned by her aunt. The devil, appearing as Moonen, lures her into a life filled with indulgence and sin, leading to her participation in various nefarious acts alongside him. The narrative takes a turn when Mary, now known as Emma, becomes aware of her sinful existence while watching a morality play, prompting a journey toward repentance. Emma’s struggle reflects her internal conflict as she seeks forgiveness, ultimately leading her to Rome to confess to the Pope, who imposes a penance symbolized by rings that she must wear until her repentance is deemed complete. The conclusion of the tale sees her return to a life of devotion, embodying a profound redemption arc that resonates with the moral undertones of its time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Who for more than seven year lived and had ado with the devil Project Gutenberg electronic edition Project Gutenberg metadata does not identify the source print edition.	2022-06-30	Project Gutenberg	English	—	Public domain (USA)	Project Gutenberg (opens in a new tab)