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Elijah Raises the Son of the widow of Zarephath, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
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Elijah Raises the Son of the widow of Zarephath, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866
3665491 Elijah Raises the Son of the widow of Zarephath, Illustration from the Dore Bible, 1866 by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Elijah Raises the Son of the widow of Zarephath, Illustration from the Dore Bible 1866. In 1866, the French artist and illustrator Gustave Dore (1832-1883), published a series of 241 wood engravings for a new deluxe edition of the 1843 French translation of the Vulgate Bible, popularly known as the Bible de Tours. This new edition was known as La Grande Bible de Tours and its illustrations were immensely successful..); Universal History Archive/UIG
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This print titled "Elijah Raises the Son of the widow of Zarephath" transports viewers to a moment of profound faith and miraculous healing. Illustrated by Gustave Dore in 1866, this piece is part of his renowned series for La Grande Bible de Tours. In this scene, we witness Elijah, a central figure in Judaism's Old Testament, kneeling beside a bed where the lifeless body of the widow's son lies. With arms raised towards heaven and an expression filled with care and determination, Elijah calls upon divine intervention to restore life to the young boy. The composition beautifully captures both light and darkness within the home interior. A sunbeam streams through a window, symbolizing hope amidst despair. The figures are depicted with meticulous detail, showcasing Dore's mastery as an artist. Surrounded by furniture and furnishings that evoke a sense of domesticity, this image reminds us that miracles can happen even within our own homes. It serves as a testament to unwavering faith and demonstrates how acts of compassion can bring forth extraordinary outcomes. Through its powerful storytelling ability, this engraving invites contemplation on themes such as resilience, parental love, and spiritual transcendence. As we gaze upon it today, over 150 years later, we are reminded once again of art's timeless capacity to inspire awe and provoke reflection on matters both earthly and divine.
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