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Christ walking on water and reaching out his hand to save Saint Peter (oil on canvas)
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Christ walking on water and reaching out his hand to save Saint Peter (oil on canvas)
XIR375792 Christ walking on water and reaching out his hand to save Saint Peter (oil on canvas) by Delacroix, Ferdinand Victor Eugene (1798-1863); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Christ marchant sur les eaux; the Gospel of Matthew recounts how St.Peter tried to walk on the water but started to sink when his faith wavered; ); French, out of copyright
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Divine Doubt Galilee Miracle Miraculous Rescue Romanticist Salvation Saviour Insecurity
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This oil on canvas painting by Ferdinand Victor Eugene Delacroix depicts the miraculous moment when Christ walks on water and extends his hand to save Saint Peter. The scene is filled with a sense of awe and wonder as Jesus defies the laws of nature, stepping confidently upon the turbulent waves of the Sea of Galilee. Delacroix's masterful brushwork brings this divine encounter to life, capturing both the power and vulnerability present in this biblical event. As Saint Peter reaches out towards Jesus, his expression reflects a mixture of faith and doubt, symbolizing the human struggle between belief and insecurity. The artist's romanticist style adds an ethereal quality to the composition, emphasizing not only the physical miracle but also its profound spiritual significance. Through this painting, Delacroix invites viewers to contemplate themes of faith, salvation, and divine intervention. The Gospel of Matthew recounts how Saint Peter initially walked on water but began to sink when his faith wavered. This dramatic moment serves as a reminder that even in moments of doubt or uncertainty, there is always hope for rescue and redemption through unwavering trust in a higher power. Delacroix's "Christ walking on water" is an exquisite portrayal that captures both the extraordinary nature of miracles and their ability to inspire deep introspection within our own lives.
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