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Christ and the Woman taken in Adultery (oil on panel)
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Christ and the Woman taken in Adultery (oil on panel)
BOO228098 Christ and the Woman taken in Adultery (oil on panel) by Cranach, Lucas the Younger (1515-86); 84x123 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg, Russia; German, out of copyright
Media ID 22665316
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Accused Accusers Adulteress Adulterous Forgiveness Forgiving Infidelity
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In this print of "Christ and the Woman taken in Adultery" we are transported to a moment frozen in time, where Lucas Cranach the Younger's masterful oil painting comes to life. The scene unfolds within the grandeur of the State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia. A soldier stands tall and resolute, his armor gleaming under the light as he confronts a social outcast - a femme adultere. A crowd gathers around them, their faces filled with curiosity and judgment. The accused woman cowers before her accusers, knowing that her fate hangs precariously on their next move. Yet amidst this tense atmosphere, there is an unexpected twist - forgiveness. Jesus himself steps forward, casting aside societal norms and challenging those who would condemn her by holding up a mirror to their own imperfections. This powerful portrayal delves deep into themes of infidelity and redemption found within the New Testament. It reminds us that no one is without sin or deserving of casting stones upon another's transgressions. Through Cranach's deft brushstrokes, we witness not only Christ's forgiving nature but also our own capacity for compassion and understanding towards those labeled as adulterous or morally flawed. As we gaze upon this remarkable painting captured by Bridgeman Images' lens, let us reflect on our own ability to extend forgiveness to others despite their past mistakes – for it is through empathy that true healing can begin.
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