METAL DISCIPLINE, 7 CHANNELS, EARLY 20TH

Rare metal discipline of penitent with 7 chains ending in metal knots

Stains and traces of use.

PERIOD : First part of the 20th century
SIZE : 53cm
SIZE : 21"

Discipline, an instrument of penance similar to a small whip, is employed by adherents of certain Christian denominations such as Anglicans, Lutherans, and Roman Catholics, in the context of the spiritual practice known as mortification of the flesh.

Flagellation, an ancient tradition linked to extreme ascetic forms, is adopted by some religious people with the aim of achieving spiritual purification and mortifying their own flesh. This intense form of bodily discipline is seen as a way of doing penance to atone for sins. Some believers believe that flagellation strengthens their bond with God and brings them closer to the suffering of Christ. However, it should be noted that this practice is not widespread in all religious traditions and is often controversial due to its marginal nature.