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Death of Sapphira, 1870 (litho)
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Death of Sapphira, 1870 (litho)
3959740 Death of Sapphira, 1870 (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ananias and his wife Sapphira sold their land but secretly withheld a portion of the proceeds from the church. Ananias presented his donation to Peter. Peter replied, " Why is it that Satan has so filled your heart that you have lied to the Holy Spirit?" Peter pointed out that Ananias was in control of the money and could give or keep it as he saw fit, but had withheld a portion of it. were, according to the Acts of the Apostles chapter 5, members of the early Christian church in Jerusalem. The account records their sudden deaths after lying to the Holy Spirit about money;
); Prismatic Pictures; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22750948
© Prismatic Pictures / Bridgeman Images
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The print titled "Death of Sapphira, 1870" captures a pivotal moment in biblical history. Created by the English School in the 19th century, this lithograph depicts a scene from the Acts of the Apostles chapter 5. Ananias and his wife Sapphira were members of the early Christian church in Jerusalem who sold their land but deceitfully kept a portion of the proceeds for themselves. In this powerful image, Ananias presents his donation to Peter while concealing their secret sin. Peter's piercing gaze reveals his knowledge of their deception as he confronts them with these words: "Why is it that Satan has so filled your heart that you have lied to the Holy Spirit?". The gravity of their actions becomes apparent as Peter exposes Ananias' control over the money and his decision to withhold part of it. This artwork explores themes such as greed, morality, divine intervention, and punishment. It serves as a reminder that truth cannot be hidden from God and that our sins will eventually catch up with us. The vibrant colors used in this lithograph enhance its impact, drawing attention to the moral dilemma faced by Ananias and Sapphira. Their sudden deaths serve as a stark penalty for their dishonesty—a direct consequence of lying to both fellow believers and God himself. Through this thought-provoking image, we are reminded of the importance of honesty, integrity, and living according to higher moral principles.
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