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Mark the Evangelist and the lion
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Mark the Evangelist and the lion
Mark the Evangelist, writing his Gospel pictured with a winged lion, which was to become not only his symbol, but the symbol of the City of Venice.
circa 18th century
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Biblical Evangelist Gospel Gospels Lion Mark Testament
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This 18th century illustration depicts Mark the Evangelist, one of the four New Testament writers, in the act of penning down his Gospel account. Mark, identified by his traditional symbol of a winged lion, sits in a serene setting, surrounded by the tools of his trade. The lion, a powerful and majestic creature, is believed to have been inspired by the opening verse of Mark's Gospel, which refers to Jesus as 'the Lion of the tribe of Judah.' The lion became an enduring symbol not only for Mark but also for the City of Venice, which adopted it as its own emblem. Venice, a major center of trade and commerce during the Middle Ages, was known as the 'Lion of the Sea.' The city's merchants and sailors carried the image of the winged lion on their ships and banners, invoking the protection and strength of the Evangelist. This illustration, with its rich symbolism and intricate details, is a testament to the enduring power of the biblical stories and the role they played in shaping the art, culture, and identity of European civilization. The use of the lion as a symbol of Mark and Venice continues to be celebrated in art, literature, and popular culture to this day.
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