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To: Hebrews 11:6

All very beautifully painted but my favorite is Tissot. Love the semi darkness of the scene, the only light emanating from the baby Jesus. Mary and Joseph seem to disappear in the background, the focus is on the Magi, signaling the coming to Jesus of Jews and Gentiles. The gift they bring have a specific symbolism: the gold represents Christ’s kingship; frankincense, his priesthood; and myrrh, an ointment used in burial, foreshadows his death.


11 posted on 10/25/2022 6:49:49 AM PDT by etabeta
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To: etabeta
Precisely why I placed it first.

Time and again Tissot captured the essence of the Scripture, evidencing a responsiveness, I think, to the Holy Spirit's guidance. That's why he's my favorite. Indeed, when I gather the art for each individual Scripture event, I always make sure to check whether Tissot contributed his take, too.

12 posted on 10/25/2022 7:01:34 AM PDT by Hebrews 11:6 (“And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.” Acts 2:47 -- It's still true!)
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To: etabeta

Appreciate your analysis.


17 posted on 10/25/2022 7:39:36 AM PDT by InkStone (ONLY returning to Faith in God, thru Jesus Yeshua, will save America)
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