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Jonathan Destroys the Temple of Dago. Colored engraving
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Jonathan Destroys the Temple of Dago. Colored engraving
Jonathan Destroys the Temple of Dago. Bible Illustrations of Gustave Dore. 1 Maccabees 10: 83-89. Colored engraving
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Biblical Destruction Dore Episode First Gustave Hebrew Jonathan Judaism Ligny Maccabees Revolt Sacred Seleucid Testament Machabees
Jonathan Destroys the Temple of Dago
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is a vivid and dramatic colored engraving by the renowned French artist Gustave Doré, depicting an episode from the First Book of the Maccabees in the Old Testament of the Bible. This powerful image illustrates the pivotal moment in Jewish history when Jonathan, the Hasmonean high priest and leader of the Maccabean Revolt against the Seleucid Empire, destroys the altar and idols within the Temple of Dago in Ligny, Syria. The scene is filled with intense emotion and action. In the foreground, Jonathan, dressed in priestly robes and brandishing a sword, stands atop the altar, smashing the idols with a hammer. Behind him, Jewish soldiers, their faces set with determination, engage in fierce combat with the Seleucid soldiers, who are shown fleeing in terror. The Temple, once a sacred place for the worship of the Greek gods, lies in ruins, its columns shattered and its walls scarred by the violence of the battle. The Hebrew people, who had been forced to abandon their faith and adopt Greek customs under Seleucid rule, are depicted in the background, watching the scene with a mixture of awe and relief. The destruction of the Temple of Dago marked a turning point in the Maccabean Revolt, and the victory of Jonathan and his followers paved the way for the restoration of Jewish worship in the Second Temple in Jerusalem. This engraving, with its intricate details and rich colors, is a testament to Doré's artistic skill and his ability to bring biblical stories to life. It is a powerful reminder of the importance of faith and the courage and determination of those who fought to preserve it, even in the face of great adversity. The image continues to captivate viewers and inspire reflection on the enduring power of religious conviction.
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