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The Admonitions of King St Stephen of Hungary, a significant piece of Hungary's legal heritage, are a compilation of counsel and wisdom from King Saint Stephen to his son, Prince Emeric, written in Latin in 1027. This literary masterpiece forms the opening segment of the Corpus Juris Hungarici, marking a pivotal moment in Hungarian political thought. Addressed directly to Prince Emeric, these admonitions reflect Saint Stephen's deeply held beliefs and perspectives.
Comprising ten concise chapters rich in religious undertones, the Admonitions emphasize the paramount importance of faith and the Church in governance. Beyond legal and ecclesiastical matters, they offer profound parental guidance, advocating for enduring familial bonds and unity across generations. King Saint Stephen's writings resonate with timeless lessons in ethics and leadership, encapsulating wisdom that transcends the boundaries of time and circumstance.
Select excerpts from the Admonitions illuminate Saint Stephen's teachings, covering diverse topics from the significance of Catholic faith to the role of mercy and justice in governance. These teachings underscore the importance of moral integrity, humility, and compassion, serving as guiding principles for believers, statesmen, and descendants alike. Through these timeless words, King Saint Stephen imparts invaluable lessons that continue to inspire and resonate with readers across generations.
Engraver: Enikő Szöllőssy
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Depicts King Saint Stephen and Prince Saint Emeric. The depiction is based on the main altarpiece of the 15th-century winged altar of King Saint Stephen Parish Church in Matejovce (Mateóc, now part of Poprad, Slovakia). Around the edge, in the upper circular script, reads "COUNSELS OF KING SAINT STEPHEN", while in the lower circular script, "TO PRINCE SAINT EMERIC" is inscribed. On the lower right side is the engraver's privy mark. SZENT ISTVÁN KIRÁLY INTELMEI |
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Depicts the introduction to the medieval Latin manuscript of King Saint Stephen's The Admonitions. The Latin text, "In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ: the decree of King St. Stephen begins" is placed on irregularly shaped parchment. To the left of the text is the year of issuance, to the right the mint mark "BP." Below, in two horizontal rows, the denomination and the inscription "FORINT" are visible. At the top, in the semi-circular script, reads the inscription "HUNGARIAN REPUBLIC". MAGYAR KÖZTÁRSASÁG |
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