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Samuel Killing Agag, King of the Amalekites (oil on panel)
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Samuel Killing Agag, King of the Amalekites (oil on panel)
XIR210467 Samuel Killing Agag, King of the Amalekites (oil on panel) by Troyen, Rombout van (c.1605-50); 68x95 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Dunkirk, France; (add.info.: Saul sent to kill Amalekites but spared Agag; )
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The captivating oil painting "Samuel Killing Agag, King of the Amalekites" by Rombout van Troyen depicts a dramatic biblical scene. Measuring 68x95 cm, this masterpiece is housed in the Musee des Beaux-Arts in Dunkirk, France. In this religious artwork, we witness an intense moment from the Old Testament. The painting portrays Samuel, a revered prophet and judge of Israel, standing before a tent where he confronts Agag, the king of the Amalekites. The chains that bind Agag symbolize his captivity and impending fate. This powerful image represents an important event in Christian history. According to biblical accounts, Saul was commanded by God to annihilate the Amalekite nation as punishment for their wickedness. However, Saul disobeyed and spared Agag's life. In response to Saul's disobedience, Samuel took matters into his own hands and executed justice upon Agag himself. The artist skillfully captures the tension between mercy and judgment through his use of light and shadow. Van Troyen's attention to detail brings every element to life – from the expressions on Samuel's face reflecting determination mixed with sorrowful duty to Agag's resigned acceptance of his fate. "Samuel Killing Agag" serves as a reminder of moral responsibility and obedience within Christianity while highlighting themes such as justice and divine retribution. This profound piece continues to inspire contemplation on faith and human nature centuries after its creation.
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