Historic Vids氏による、性器露出で悪魔を退散させる図の紹介。寓意は何？

Historic Vids @historyinmemes

This is a 1762 illustration of a woman warding off the devil with her genitalia. The illustration was used to accompany the poem, "The Devil of Pope Fig Island," written by a 17th-century French poet by the name of Jean de la Fontaine. The poem is pretty long, so I'll just give you the gist of the story. One day a devil randomly shows up to a small village on Pope Fig Island and starts causing a ruckus and terrorizing the villagers. The devil then approaches a farmer named Phil and demands that he give him half his crops. Phil complies and gives the devil half of his crops, but he only gives him the leaves and stems, but not the actual vegetables. The devil is embarrassed and annoyed at being outwitted by a lowly farmer and threatens to punish Phil and take his portion of the vegetables within a week's time. Frightened, Phil runs home and tells his wife, Perretta, what had happened. She tells him to not worry and that she'll take care of the devil. When the devil returns, Phil jumps into a tub of holy water for protection. Perretta greets the devil with tears and disheveled hair. She tells the devil that Phil is a terrifying man who beats her mercilessly and even gave her a deep gash with his claws. This is when Perretta lifts her skirt to show the devil her genitalia. The devil is horrified and runs away, never to return.

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George McGinn 🇻🇮 @GJMcGinn

@historyinmemes I think this was the real reason pic.twitter.com/OtynfMaffs

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The Unknown Explorer @ShortdeckS

Here we have a devil, a symbol of malevolent power and chaos, being utterly outwitted not just by a farmer, but notably, by a woman, Perretta. In the context of the 17th century, this is a groundbreaking depiction of female agency. Perretta is the true hero of this tale. Not only does she come up with a cunning plan to protect her family's livelihood, but she also uses societal taboos against the devil itself. It's a smart play on vulnerabilities—those of the devil, who ends up being more prude than malevolent, and of society, which had its own fears and stigmas related to the female body.

The Unknown Explorer @ShortdeckS

The story plays on multiple emotions. There's a definite sense of awe at Perretta's cunning, along with happiness at the triumph of the underdog—humans outwitting the devil. At the same time, there’s a critique of societal norms and expectations, which is why this poem is still relevant. It challenges us to rethink our assumptions about gender roles and the taboos that still persist to this day. Imagine if literary giants like Voltaire or Montaigne could chime in on this—men who questioned societal norms in their works. They would be thoroughly intrigued by this layered tale, pulling apart its threads to explore what it says about society then and now. Wouldn't you like to follow along on more journeys through such enlightening and provocative topics? They definitely would. So should you.

Mufasa @imMufasa

@historyinmemes Why are goat legs or horns always associated with the devil

VisionaryVoid @VisionaryVoid

One interesting fact related to this illustration and poem is the historical context and the broader theme of folk tales and legends featuring clever and resourceful individuals overcoming supernatural forces. Throughout history, folklore and literature have been filled with stories of ordinary people outwitting devils, demons, or other malevolent beings through clever tricks and cunning. These tales often served as moral lessons or entertainment in various cultures. In the case of “The Devil of Pope Fig Island,” the story reflects a common theme of a clever character using wit and deception to overcome a seemingly insurmountable threat. Perretta’s unexpected and unconventional tactic of showing her genitalia to scare away the devil is a humorous and memorable twist in this folk narrative.

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VisionaryVoid @VisionaryVoid

In conclusion, the story of "The Devil of Pope Fig Island" and its accompanying illustration is a testament to the rich tapestry of folklore and legends that have entertained and imparted moral lessons throughout history. Beyond the humor and unexpected twist involving Perretta's clever ploy, this narrative belongs to a broader tradition of tales where ordinary individuals use their wit and resourcefulness to triumph over supernatural adversaries. Throughout cultures and time periods, these stories have captivated audiences, serving as both entertainment and vehicles for conveying valuable life lessons. The tale of Perretta and the devil is a whimsical example of how quick thinking and unorthodox methods can lead to surprising outcomes, and it continues to be a fascinating piece of our shared storytelling heritage.

YEYEmeta 🥲 @YEYEmeta

@historyinmemes So... I just want to know.. How did Phil get a whole tub of holy water again? 🧐🧐🧐

JEME @ShahenulJeme

**** Long Story in Short **** This 1762 illustration shows a woman using her genitalia to scare away the devil in a 17th-century French poem called "The Devil of Pope Fig Island." In the story, a devil disturbs a village, a farmer outsmarts him, and the farmer's wife, Perretta, frightens the devil away with a shocking reveal.

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Alexander James @siralexanderj

@historyinmemes Unexpected empowerment in folklore; Perretta's audacity became the village's salvation. Women's strength knows no bounds.

Actor Vijay Euphoria @AVE_Team_Online

@siralexanderj @historyinmemes 💯💯💯💯✅

Shivam @TitularAlmighty

The Devil of Pope Fig Island is a legend that originated in the early 1900s. The legend tells the story of a mysterious creature that lived on Pope Fig Island, a small island located off the coast of California. The creature was described as being large, hairy, and with glowing red eyes. It was said to be incredibly strong and agile, and it could move through water and land with equal ease. The legend of the Devil of Pope Fig Island began to spread after a group of fishermen claimed to have seen the creature while fishing off the coast of the island. The fishermen said that the creature emerged from the water and swam towards their boat. They were so terrified that they abandoned their boat and swam to shore. Other people soon began to claim that they had seen the creature as well. Some people said that they had seen it swimming in the water around the island, while others said that they had seen it lurking in the woods. The legend of the Devil of Pope Fig Island grew in popularity over the years, and the creature became a popular subject of local folklore. The island itself became a popular tourist destination, as people came from all over to try to catch a glimpse of the Devil. However, there has never been any concrete evidence to prove that the Devil of Pope Fig Island actually exists. There have been no photographs or videos of the creature, and no physical evidence, such as footprints or hair samples, has ever been found. Despite the lack of evidence, the legend of the Devil of Pope Fig Island persists to this day. The creature remains a popular figure in local folklore, and the island itself continues to be a popular tourist destination.

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Stanimir Uzunov @stan1m1r

@historyinmemes He may be terrified, but not enough to look away 😂😂

Stanimir Uzunov @stan1m1r

In the past, the female genitals were believed to hold magical powers (even more so than nowadays). Women would, for example, bless the crops by taking strides above them without underwear. The same mystical power could also be used to ward off illnesses, storms and demons, of which this is a depiction. The word to google for is Anasyrma. *flies away*

Uni05 @uni05tv

@historyinmemes what the devil saw pic.twitter.com/V7e6iqse1b

@DylanRMarshall

@historyinmemes “I hate it when they ain’t been shaved.” - Satan, maybe

SeriousBlick🎣 @SeriousBlick

@historyinmemes History savage as hell pic.twitter.com/gA5X42p57T

Charlie Hub @TravelsCharlie

@historyinmemes Can’t say why for sure, but this whole affair made me think of Andrew Tate.

Xavi @xavierverse

@historyinmemes 18th century illustration by Charles Eisen for The Devil of Pope-Fig Island by Jean de la Fontaine: Tales and Novels in Verse. Vol 2 London 1896, p.130. A woman lifts her skirts to frighten a demon. pic.twitter.com/1SS8hfe6XR

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Dice.loopring.eth @WrockFit

@historyinmemes this is a juicy tale

🇺🇸ColonelMAGAMark🇺🇸 @ColonelMark4

@historyinmemes I see Kamala in that picture 🤣

SecretEscapeNFT 𝕍 @SecretEscapeNFT

@historyinmemes What amazing art ⚜️🖤 pic.twitter.com/l3jPxDEImQ

World Index 📊 @ImMahadev18

The print above is an illustration for the tale “The Devil of Pope-Fig Island” (Tales and Novels in Verse, 1674) by Jean de La Fontaine; the engraving is by Charles Eisen (1762). That particular story is about a reckless bet between a farmer and the devil: the challenge was to prove which of them could better dig furrows in the ground. Unfortunate farmer’s wife decided to help her husband and showed her lady parts to the devil, complaining that her husband had tried out his claws on her body and had scratched her between the legs. The devil apparently was not at all familiar with the women’s anatomy, as he thought that it was some kind of terrible wound; he got scared that his opponent is so mighty, gave up the challenge and run away.