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Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery, Byzantine mosaic, Episodes from the life of Christ, XII-XIII centuries (mosaic)
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Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery, Byzantine mosaic, Episodes from the life of Christ, XII-XIII centuries (mosaic)
6166222 Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery, Byzantine mosaic, Episodes from the life of Christ, XII-XIII centuries (mosaic) by Byzantine, (12th-13th century); Duomo (Cattedrale di Santa Maria Nuova), Monreale, Sicily, Italy; (add.info.: Latin inscription:IUDAEI TENTAMPTES ADDUCUNT AD IESUM MULIEREM IN ADULTERIO DEPREHENSAM.
Monreale, Duomo: " Cristo e l adultera", mosaico bizantino, Episodi della vita di Cristo, XII - XIII sec.Iscrizione latina: " IUDAEI TENTAMPTES ADDUCUNT AD IESUM MULIEREM IN ADULTERIO DEPREHENSAM".); Ghigo Roli; out of copyright
Media ID 25187534
© Ghigo Roli / Bridgeman Images
Adultery Arte Arte Bizantina Bibbia Byzantine Art Cattedrale Compassion Cristianesimo Cristo Donna Gesu Il Duecento The 13th Century Ital
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This print showcases the mesmerizing Byzantine mosaic titled "Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery". Created during the 12th-13th centuries, this masterpiece is located in the Duomo (Cattedrale di Santa Maria Nuova) of Monreale, Sicily, Italy. The mosaic depicts a poignant scene from the life of Christ as described in the New Testament. In this particular episode, Jewish men bring a woman caught in adultery to Jesus for judgment. The Latin inscription on the artwork reads: "IUDAEI TENTAMPTES ADDUCUNT AD IESUM MULIEREM IN ADULTERIO DEPREHENSAM" which translates to "Jews attempting to lead a woman caught in adultery to Jesus". The image beautifully captures Christ's compassion and forgiveness towards the woman, despite societal expectations and religious customs. It serves as a powerful reminder of Christian values such as mercy and understanding. Ghigo Roli skillfully captures every intricate detail of this Byzantine art piece through his lens. The monochromatic tones enhance its timeless beauty while highlighting each delicate mosaic tile. This photograph not only celebrates artistic excellence but also invites contemplation on themes like faith, redemption, and human fallibility. It serves as an exquisite addition to any collection that appreciates biblical art or Byzantine masterpieces from the 12th-13th century.
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