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Jesus in the temple, engraving by Dore. - Bible
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Jesus in the temple, engraving by Dore. - Bible
3779868 Jesus in the temple, engraving by Dore. - Bible by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); (add.info.: Jesus clears the buyers and sellers out of the temple: And he went into the temple, and began to cast out them that sold therein, and them that bought; Saying unto them, It is written, My house is the house of prayer: but ye have made it a den of thieves. (Luke 19 : 45 - 46, King James Version.) Drawn by Gustave Dore, French artist, b January 6, 1832 - January 23, 1883. Engraved by A Bertrand.
From Cassells Dores Gallery by Edmund Ollier, published Cassell & Company, Ltd. p. 22.); Lebrecht History
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This engraving by Gustave Dore depicts a powerful moment in the life of Jesus. Entitled "Jesus in the temple" it captures the scene where Jesus confronts and clears out the buyers and sellers from the holy place. With great intensity, Jesus stands amidst chaos, casting out those who have turned his Father's house into a den of thieves. Dore's intricate lines and attention to detail bring this biblical event to life. The expressions on people's faces reveal shock, confusion, and perhaps even fear as they witness this bold act of righteousness. Through his artistry, Dore conveys not only the physical presence of Jesus but also his divine authority. The composition is filled with symbolism that reflects both religious and artistic sensibilities. The temple itself represents sacred space while the scattered coins symbolize greed and corruption. By cleansing this space, Jesus restores its sanctity and emphasizes that it should be a house of prayer rather than a marketplace. As viewers engage with this print, they are invited to reflect upon themes such as faithfulness, justice, and reverence for sacred spaces. Dore's work serves as an enduring reminder that true worship requires purity of heart and respect for God's dwelling place. Overall, this engraving by Gustave Dore offers a visual interpretation of an important episode from Luke 19:45-46 in which Jesus asserts his authority over worldly interests within religious contexts.
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