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"Sacrificing: A Timeless Theme of Humanity's Journey" Throughout history, the concept has been deeply ingrained in human culture

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Sacrificing Collection: The New Jerusalem, c1900
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Sacrificing Collection: Costume design for the ballet The Rite of Spring (Le Sacre du Printemps) by I. Stravinski, 1930
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Sacrificing Collection: The Girl. Costume design for the ballet The Rite of Spring (Le Sacre du Printemps) by I
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Sacrificing Collection: Depiction of Abraham sacrificing Isaac, Gate of Paradise door of the Baptistry of San Giovanni
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Sacrificing Collection: Ultrafashionable lady. Costume design for the ballet The Rite of Spring (Le Sacre du Printemps)
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Sacrificing Collection: The Temptation of Christ, ca 1885
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Sacrificing Collection: Feast in the House of Simon the Pharisee, 1570. Artist: Veronese, Paolo (1528-1588)
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Sacrificing Collection: Greek relief of a family sacrificing
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Sacrificing Collection: Alexander the Great on the eve of Gaugamela
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Sacrificing Collection: The Sacrifice of Isaac, 1616 (oil on panel)
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Sacrificing Collection: Stage design for the ballet The Rite of Spring (Le Sacre du Printemps) by I. Stravinsky
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Sacrificing Collection: The Sacrifice of Isaac, 1635. Artist: Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn
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Sacrificing Collection: Abraham's Sacrifice 1655 Rembrandt Harmenszoon Van Rijn
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Sacrificing Collection: India - Calcutta - Sacrificing a goat early 1900s
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Sacrificing Collection: TIBETANS YAK SACRIFICE
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Sacrificing Collection: Gilles de Rais
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Sacrificing Collection: Tapestry panel depicting The Sacrifice of Isaac, made in Sheldon, England, 16th century (wool)
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Sacrificing Collection: Sacrificing wild bulls, 18th century (engraving)
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Sacrificing Collection: The Sacrifice of Iphigenia (oil on canvas)
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Sacrificing Collection: The sacrifice of Elijah, ca. 1653. Creator: Luca Giordano
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Sacrificing Collection: The sacrifice to Priapus (the larger version), ca. 1499-1501. Creator: Jacopo de Barbari
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Sacrificing Collection: Jephthah about to sacrifice his daughter (oil on canvas)
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Sacrificing Collection: Capital with a relief depicting the Sacrifice of Abraham (stone)
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Sacrificing Collection: Achilles sacrificing his hair for Patroclus, 1800-5 (pen and ink wash on paper)
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Sacrificing Collection: The Sacrifice of Isaac, from The Bible of Jean de Sy, c. 1355 (vellum)
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Sacrificing Collection: The Sacrifice of Abraham (fresco)
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Sacrificing Collection: The Three Angels, detail of The Hospitality of Abraham and the Sacrifice of Isaac
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Sacrificing Collection: A Sacrifice, copied from a relief on Trajans Column, 1565. Creator: Leon Davent
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Sacrificing Collection: A sacrifice, copied from Trajans column, ca. 1540-45. Creator: Leon Davent
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Sacrificing Collection: A Sacrifice, mid-16th century. Creator: Leon Davent
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Sacrificing Collection: A Sacrifice, 1540-56. Creator: Leon Davent
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Sacrificing Collection: The Sacrifice of Isaac, late 17th - early 18th century (ink on paper)
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Sacrificing Collection: MS Hunter 229 f. 9v Angel ordering the sacrifice of Isaac and the Angel arresting the sacrifice of
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Sacrificing Collection: Abrahams Sacrifice of Isaac, from Landscapes with Old and New Testament Scenes
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Sacrificing Collection: Death of Abel, n. d. Creator: Etienne Delaune
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Sacrificing Collection: Abrahams Sacrifice, n. d. Creator: Etienne Delaune
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Sacrificing Collection: Lupercalia (recto), and Sketches of Figures (verso), n. d. Creator: Sir James Thornhill
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Sacrificing Collection: Vase with Sacrifice Scene, France, Early to mid 19th century
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Sacrificing Collection: Ewer, England, c. 1790. Creator: William Adams & Sons Ltd
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Sacrificing Collection: Fragment of a Temple Doorway Lintel, Chandella period, c. 11th century. Creator: Unknown
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Sacrificing Collection: Ceremonial Grinding Table (Metate) in the Form of a Feline, A. D. 500 / 1000
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Sacrificing Collection: Ceremonial Grinding Table (Metate), A. D. 1 / 500. Creator: Unknown


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"Sacrificing: A Timeless Theme of Humanity's Journey" Throughout history, the concept has been deeply ingrained in human culture. From ancient civilizations to modern times, individuals have willingly given up something valuable for a greater purpose. In "The New Jerusalem" from c1900, we witness the sacrifice made by communities as they build a new future together. In Nicholas Roerich's costume design for the ballet "The Rite of Spring, " created in 1912 and later in 1930, we see how sacrifice is portrayed through art. The Girl symbolizes the sacrificial victim who dances with fervor and passion until her ultimate demise. This depiction echoes the biblical story of Abraham sacrificing Isaac on the Gate of Paradise door. Stage designs for "The Rite of Spring" further emphasize this theme. They transport us to an era where sacrifices were made to appease gods and ensure bountiful harvests or victory in battle - just like Alexander the Great on the eve of Gaugamela. In Paolo Veronese's painting "Feast in the House of Simon the Pharisee, " we witness another form of sacrifice - that which comes from selflessness and compassion. As Christ forgives sins at this feast, he demonstrates his willingness to give up personal comfort for spiritual salvation. Even Greek reliefs depict families making sacrifices, highlighting their devotion towards deities or ancestors. These acts demonstrate a sense of duty and honor within society. "The Temptation of Christ" ca 1885 captures Jesus' resistance against worldly temptations before embarking on his sacrificial journey towards redemption. It serves as a reminder that sometimes one must forego immediate pleasures for long-term fulfillment. Lastly, Peter Paul Rubens' masterpiece "The Sacrifice of Isaac" shows Abraham's unwavering faith as he prepares to offer his son as a sacrifice but is ultimately stopped by divine intervention. This narrative reflects the complexity of sacrifice, where one's devotion is tested but ultimately rewarded.