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Plague of Jerusalem, engraving by Dore. - Bible
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Plague of Jerusalem, engraving by Dore. - Bible
3780005 Plague of Jerusalem, engraving by Dore. - Bible by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: The Plague of Jerusalem, engraving by Gustave Dore. The people of Israel suffer with the plague God sent on them as punishment. So the Lord sent pestilence upon Israel: and there fell of Israel seventy thousand men. And God sent an angel unto Jerusalem to destroy it: and as he was destroying, the Lord beheld, and he repented him of the evil, and said to the angel that destroyed, It is enough, stay now thine hand. (I Chronicles 21:14-15). Drawn by Gustave Dore, French artist, b January 6, 1832 - January 23, 1883. Engraved by J Huyot.
From Cassells Dores Gallery by Edmund Ollier, published Cassell & Company, Ltd. p. 104.); Lebrecht History
Media ID 22291886
© Lebrecht History / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases Gustave Dore's engraving of the "Plague of Jerusalem". The image depicts a scene from biblical times, where the people of Israel are suffering from a plague sent by God as punishment. As stated in Chronicles 21:14-15, seventy thousand men fell victim to this devastating pestilence. In response, God sends an angel to destroy Jerusalem, but upon witnessing the destruction, He repents and commands the angel to cease. Dore's intricate drawing skillfully captures the anguish and despair felt by the people during this tumultuous period. His attention to detail brings out their expressions of pain and desperation. This engraving is part of Cassells Dores Gallery collection compiled by Edmund Ollier and published by Cassell & Company Ltd. Gustave Dore was a renowned French artist born on January 6th, 1832, who excelled in various artistic mediums such as painting and illustration. His works often explored religious themes found in Christianity and Judaism. Through his engravings like this one, Dore brought these ancient stories to life for audiences in the nineteenth century. This print serves as a testament to Dore's mastery as an artist while also providing viewers with a glimpse into biblical history. It invites contemplation on themes such as divine punishment, repentance, and mercy – timeless concepts that continue to resonate with audiences today.
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