Book Title: Emblemes, by Fra. Quarles.

Author: Quarles, Francis, 1592-1644

Image Title: Stages of Life – Fifty

Scripture Reference:

• John 3 (further images / scripture text)

Description: The signs, or symbols, of life attributed to someone who is fifty years old are shown in this image: a lion and a sword, for strength; the male gender marker, symbolizing the head of the family or the household; and apples falling from the tree, symbolizing the continuation of one's lineage.

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