Biblical art in Catholic churches
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Most people probably know of the angel Gabriel because of his role in the Nativity. He was the one who told the Virgin Mary that she was to give birth to Christ (Luke 1:26-38). The New Testament says that he also informed St Zechariah about the birth of St John the Baptist (Luke 1:11-20). However, … Continue reading St Gabriel the Archangel (Daniel 9:20-27)
After leaving Egypt, the Israelites wandered in the desert for forty years. Dying of thirst, they protested to Moses about the lack of water available for their families and their animals. So Moses and Aaron consulted God in prayer. Moses was told to strike the rock at Meribah with his staff, causing water to miraculously gush … Continue reading Moses strikes the rock (Numbers 20:1-13)
In this stained glass scene, we see St John's great vision of the Woman of the Apocalypse. As described in Revelation 12:1-6, she is seen in heaven, clothed with the sun, standing on the moon and with a crown of twelve stars on her head. The Church has always interpreted this passage to refer at … Continue reading The Woman of the Apocalypse (Revelation 12:1-6)
Lo & Behold 