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"And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us. And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger." Luke 2: 15-16 KJV <p>Illustration of the shepherds arriving at the stable where Jesus is lying in a manger. Mary kneels next to him and Joseph stands at the manger's side. A bull and calf are curled up in the foreground. The shepherds, young and old, arrive through an opening in a low wall and kneel before the manger. One shepherd has removed his hat and laid down his staff.

The Shepherds Arrive to Worship the Baby Jesus

"And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to…

A fleet of three ancient Anglo-Saxon ships, each with wind filling the lone sail. Each ship has a dragon head at the bow. The front ship has a curled, dragon tail at the stern. Several men occupy the decks of the ships. The ship of the right has a head on a pike displayed at its bow. A crow sits on and pecks at the head. Another crow sits on the mast of that ship.

Anglo-Saxon Ships with Wind in the Sails

A fleet of three ancient Anglo-Saxon ships, each with wind filling the lone sail. Each ship has a dragon…

A well dressed man shooting a bow.

Archery

A well dressed man shooting a bow.

A well dressed woman shooting a bow.

Archery

A well dressed woman shooting a bow.

"The bow used for shooting arrows, is one of the most ancient of all weapons, but is characteristic of Asia rather than of Europe. In the Roman armies it was scarcely ever employed except by auxiliaries; and these auxiliaries, called sagittarii, were chiefly Cretans and Arabians. This image shows the Scythian or Parthian bow unstrung." &mdash; Smith, 1873

Arcus

"The bow used for shooting arrows, is one of the most ancient of all weapons, but is characteristic…

"The bow used for shooting arrows, is one of the most ancient of all weapons, but is characteristic of Asia rather than of Europe. In the Roman armies it was scarcely ever employed except by auxiliaries; and these auxiliaries, called sagittarii, were chiefly Cretans and Arabians. This image shows the usual form of the Grecian bow, which had a double curvature, consisting of two circular portions united by the handle. When not used the bow was put into a case which was made of leather, and sometimes ornamented." &mdash; Smith, 1873

Arcus

"The bow used for shooting arrows, is one of the most ancient of all weapons, but is characteristic…

"The bow used for shooting arrows, is one of the most ancient of all weapons, but is characteristic of Asia rather than of Europe. In the Roman armies it was scarcely ever employed except by auxiliaries; and these auxiliaries, called sagittarii, were chiefly Cretans and Arabians. When not used the bow was put into a case which was made of leather, and sometimes ornamented. This image shows a drawing the bow." &mdash; Smith, 1873

Arcus

"The bow used for shooting arrows, is one of the most ancient of all weapons, but is characteristic…

"European (15th century) Arrow."-Whitney, 1902

Arrow

"European (15th century) Arrow."-Whitney, 1902

"Assyrian bas-relief. Part of a Lion-hunt, from Nimrud." —D'Anvers, 1895

Assyrian Hunting Bas-relief

"Assyrian bas-relief. Part of a Lion-hunt, from Nimrud." —D'Anvers, 1895

This lady's blouse is a late 19th century design shown in front and back view. It has puffed sleeves, a rippled material that covers the shoulders, and a ribbon that ties at the waist.

Lady's Blouse

This lady's blouse is a late 19th century design shown in front and back view. It has puffed sleeves,…

A book with a bow

Book

A book with a bow

A weapon, by means of which an arrow is propelled.

Bow

A weapon, by means of which an arrow is propelled.

To bend, in token of reverence, respect, or civility.

Bow

To bend, in token of reverence, respect, or civility.

Two Japanese people bowing to eachother.

Bow

Two Japanese people bowing to eachother.

A weapon that shoots arrows and is useful for hunting and war.

Bow

A weapon that shoots arrows and is useful for hunting and war.

An illustration of a bow.

Bow

An illustration of a bow.

A bow and arrows along side of a blunt weapon.

Bow and Arrows

A bow and arrows along side of a blunt weapon.

"Plait the ribbon a distance from the end to allow for a streamer or bow end. Hold the plaits with the thumb and first finger of the right hand; with the left hand measure the length of the first loop; plait, and hold all plaits by twisting the second end of ribbon around them, drawing it through this twist or loop you have just made, from the direction it was taking when it formed the last loop. If you put this end through the twist from the opposite direction, no knot will be made and your bow will tumble." &mdash;Kinne, 1920

Cravat bow

"Plait the ribbon a distance from the end to allow for a streamer or bow end. Hold the plaits with the…

"For the uneven bow, measure a long loop, plait, and hold with right hand. Opposite this, measure, plait, and hold a much shorter loop. Parallel with the first loop measure, plait, and hold a loop a little shorter than the first one Opposite, measure another loop a little shorter than loop No. 2. Parallel with loop No. 1 make a fifth loop. Continue until you have as full a bow as you wish." &mdash;Kinne, 1920

Uneven bow

"For the uneven bow, measure a long loop, plait, and hold with right hand. Opposite this, measure, plait,…

A drill worked by a bow and string.

Bow-drill

A drill worked by a bow and string.

Two boys and two girls hold hands while taking a bow.

Bowing

Two boys and two girls hold hands while taking a bow.

"Represents two forms of the bow; the upper, the Scythian or Parthian bow enstrung, agreeing with the form of that now used by the Tartars, the lower, the ordinary bow, like the one mentioned in the text." &mdash; Anthon, 1891

Ancient bows

"Represents two forms of the bow; the upper, the Scythian or Parthian bow enstrung, agreeing with the…

A cat wearing a bow.

Cat

A cat wearing a bow.

An illustration of a cat wearing a bow around its neck and reading a book.

Cat Wearing Bow and Reading Book

An illustration of a cat wearing a bow around its neck and reading a book.

A center screw bow to draw circles. The adjustable screw is in the middle of the bow.

Center Screw Bow

A center screw bow to draw circles. The adjustable screw is in the middle of the bow.

"And when it came to pass that Peter entered, Cornelius met him, and fell down at his feet, and worshipped him. But Peter raised him up, saying, Stand up; I myself also am a man." Acts 10:25-26 ASV <p>Illustration of Cornelius bowing before Peter. Cornelius is dressed in a centurion's uniform. Peter is wearing robes and his right arm is raised. A man in a turban and decorated robe stands to Peter's left. Several other men are kneeling as well.

Cornelius Kneels in Front of Peter

"And when it came to pass that Peter entered, Cornelius met him, and fell down at his feet, and worshipped…

A missive weapon formed by a bow fixed athwart a stock in which there is a groove or barrel to direct the missile, a notch or catch to hold the string when the bow is bent, and a trigger to release it.

French Crossbow

A missive weapon formed by a bow fixed athwart a stock in which there is a groove or barrel to direct…

Diana, attired for the chase.

Diana

Diana, attired for the chase.

This late 19th century dotted dress is designed with a bow around the chest area and a lace bow around the neck area. The hat also includes a bow with flowers.

Late 19th Century Dotted Dress

This late 19th century dotted dress is designed with a bow around the chest area and a lace bow around…

This lady's afternoon dress has a top that is designed with a floral print. It it includes a hat that is designed with flowers and a bow tied in the back.

Lady's Afternoon Dress

This lady's afternoon dress has a top that is designed with a floral print. It it includes a hat that…

This is a late 19th century dress that includes a hat that is designed with a bow and flowers.

Late 19th Century Dress

This is a late 19th century dress that includes a hat that is designed with a bow and flowers.

This late 19th Century Dress is shown front and back. It is designed with puffed sleeves and a bow on the chest. The skirt part of the dress has a slit on the side tied with three bows.

Late 19th Century Dress

This late 19th Century Dress is shown front and back. It is designed with puffed sleeves and a bow on…

This misses wrapper dress is a late 19th century design. It buttons from top to bottom, has puffed sleeves and a bow that ties at the neck.

Misses Wrapper Dress

This misses wrapper dress is a late 19th century design. It buttons from top to bottom, has puffed sleeves…

An Egyptian bow and drill.

Egyptian Bow and Drill

An Egyptian bow and drill.

"Eros with bow" &mdash; Gayley, 1893

Eros Bow

"Eros with bow" — Gayley, 1893

"It was during the siege of Methone that Philip had the misfortune to lose on of his eyes. A random arrow discharged from the rampart fell square in the king's face and destroyed one-half of his sight. When the arrow-head was drawn away, it was found to contain the following label: "Astor to Philip's right eye." It appeared on inquiry that the unerring missile had been discharged by an offended archer who has recently offered his services to the king and been rejected. He hd represented to Philip that his skill with the bow was great that he could kill a small bird on the wing. The king not believing the story had put off the applicant with the remark, "Well, well, I shall make use of thee when I go to war with the starlings." Astor has then joined the Methoneans and now vindicated his skill in a way never to be forgotten."&mdash;Ridpath, 1885

Astor to Philip's Right Eye

"It was during the siege of Methone that Philip had the misfortune to lose on of his eyes. A random…

"The Diana of Fontainbleau. By Benvenuto Cellini." &mdash;D'Anvers, 1895

Diana of Fontainebleau

"The Diana of Fontainbleau. By Benvenuto Cellini." —D'Anvers, 1895

Girl with a basket.

Girl

Girl with a basket.

A girl wearing a hat and sailor dress.

Girl

A girl wearing a hat and sailor dress.

Girl's dress from back.

Girl's dress

Girl's dress from back.

Illustration of a Greek war-ship from the 5th century BC. There are two masts, a large decorative bird element at the bow, and shell-like enclosure at the stern. Three rows of oars are manned by several men. A large, steering oar at the starboard bow is controlled by a man on a raised platform. A flag flies from the stern.

Greek War-Ship with Three Rows of Oars

Illustration of a Greek war-ship from the 5th century BC. There are two masts, a large decorative bird…

A hand drawing a violin-bow across the edge of a goblet half-filled with water.

Hand with bow and glass

A hand drawing a violin-bow across the edge of a goblet half-filled with water.

This hat is designed with flowers and a bow on top.

Hat

This hat is designed with flowers and a bow on top.

This late 19th century hat is designed with a small bouquet of flowers in the front and a bow in the back.

Late 19th Century Hat

This late 19th century hat is designed with a small bouquet of flowers in the front and a bow in the…

An illustration of a man and woman being introduced to each other.

Introductions

An illustration of a man and woman being introduced to each other.

An illustration of a man bowing to a woman.

Man Bowing to Woman

An illustration of a man bowing to a woman.

An illustration of a man with a bow and arrow.

Man with Bow and Arrow

An illustration of a man with a bow and arrow.

Merchant Sailing Ship

A small sprig of mistletoe with leaves and berries with a bow at the top.

Mistletoe Sprig with Bow

A small sprig of mistletoe with leaves and berries with a bow at the top.

"Now Moses was keeping the flock of Jethro his father-in-law, the priest of Midian: and he led the flock to the back of the wilderness, and came to the mountain of God, unto Horeb. And the angel of Jehovah appeared unto him in a flame of fire out of the midst of a bush: and he looked, and, behold, the bush burned with fire, and the bush was not consumed. And Moses said, I will turn aside now, and see this great sight, why the bush is not burnt. And when Jehovah saw that he turned aside to see, God called unto him out of the midst of the bush, and said, Moses, Moses. And he said, Here am I. And he said, Draw not nigh hither: put off thy shoes from off thy feet, for the place whereon thou standest is holy ground. Moreover he said, I am the God of thy father, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob. And Moses hid his face; for he was afraid to look upon God." Exodus 3 ASV <p>Illustration of Moses hiding his face as God appears to him from a burning bush. Moses has removed his shoes as directed.

Moses and the Burning Bush

"Now Moses was keeping the flock of Jethro his father-in-law, the priest of Midian: and he led the flock…

This Late 19th century lady's outfit consists of a fitted jacket with puffed sleeves, a long skirt and a hat that is designed with a bow and flowers.

Late 19th Century Lady's Outfit

This Late 19th century lady's outfit consists of a fitted jacket with puffed sleeves, a long skirt and…

"Two men went up into the temple to pray; the one a Pharisee, and the other a publican." Luke 18:10 ASV <p>Illustration of a Pharisee and a publican, also referred to as a tax collector, praying in the temple. The Pharisee is dressed in full priestly costume and robes. He is standing behind the veil, within the room that holds the menorah and incense altar, and praying with his head up and chest out. The publican stands outside of the main room, head bowed, staff in hand.

The Parable of the Pharisee and the Publican, or the Tax Collector

"Two men went up into the temple to pray; the one a Pharisee, and the other a publican." Luke 18:10…

An illustration of a Persian man holding a lamp and bowing.

Persian Man Bowing

An illustration of a Persian man holding a lamp and bowing.

"As I was going up Pippin Hill, Pippin Hill was dirty. There I met a pretty miss, And she dropped me a curtsey."

Pippin Hill

"As I was going up Pippin Hill, Pippin Hill was dirty. There I met a pretty miss, And she dropped me…

The fore part of a ship.

Prow

The fore part of a ship.

A ship's prow.

Ship's prow

A ship's prow.

A ship's prow.

Ship's prow

A ship's prow.

A ship's prow.

Ship's prow

A ship's prow.

A chinese arrow.

Mongol

A chinese arrow.

An Indian stringed instrument played with a bow, used by some pilgrims.

Ravanastron

An Indian stringed instrument played with a bow, used by some pilgrims.