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The Angel destroys the army of Sennacharib, Illustration from the Dore Bible
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The Angel destroys the army of Sennacharib, Illustration from the Dore Bible
3665457 The Angel destroys the army of Sennacharib, Illustration from the Dore Bible by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: The Angel destroys the army of Sennacharib, 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. In approximately 701 BCE, Sennacherib, king of Assyria, attacked the fortified cities of Judah, laying siege on Jerusalem, but failed to capture it.); Universal History Archive/UIG
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The Angel's Divine Intervention - A Scene of Triumph and Destruction
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. In this photo print, we are transported to a moment of intense battle and divine intervention. The illustration, taken from the Dore Bible by Gustave Dore, depicts the awe-inspiring scene where an angel obliterates the army of Sennacharib. This powerful image captures the essence of victory against all odds. The artist, Gustave Dore, renowned for his exceptional talent in capturing biblical scenes with intricate detail and emotion, brings this ancient tale to life. In approximately 701 BCE, Sennacherib launched an attack on Jerusalem but failed to capture it. It is at this critical juncture that our attention is drawn towards a celestial figure - an angel sent by God himself - who descends upon the battlefield with immense power. The composition exudes chaos as soldiers clash amidst crumbling fortifications and fallen comrades. Amidst this turmoil stands the majestic angel wielding a sword with divine authority. His wings spread wide as he strikes down enemies with ease while emanating a radiant light that pierces through darkness. Dore's masterful engraving technique adds depth to every element within the image; from horses charging fearlessly into battle to lifeless bodies strewn across the ground. The intensity of emotions portrayed here is palpable – fear, desperation, hopelessness – all contrasted against the overwhelming presence of divine protection. This extraordinary artwork serves as a reminder that even in times of great adversity, there is always hope for deliverance through higher powers.
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