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Micah the Moreshtite prophet telling the Israelites For, behold, the Lord cometh forth... and will come down, and tread upon the high places of the earth. Bible Micah I:3. Illustration by Gustave Dore 1865-1856. Wood engraving
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Micah the Moreshtite prophet telling the Israelites For, behold, the Lord cometh forth... and will come down, and tread upon the high places of the earth. Bible Micah I:3. Illustration by Gustave Dore 1865-1856. Wood engraving
531150 Micah the Moreshtite prophet telling the Israelites For, behold, the Lord cometh forth... and will come down, and tread upon the high places of the earth. Bible Micah I:3. Illustration by Gustave Dore 1865-1856. Wood engraving by Dore, Gustave (1832-83); Universal History Archive/UIG
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This wood engraving by Gustave Dore, titled "Micah the Moreshtite prophet telling the Israelites For, behold, the Lord cometh forth. . . and will come down, and tread upon the high places of the earth" transports us back to biblical times. The intricate details and masterful technique of this 19th-century artwork bring to life a powerful moment from Micah I:3 in the Bible. In this scene, Micah stands before a group of attentive Israelites as he delivers his prophetic message. With conviction in his eyes and gestures that command attention, he imparts divine wisdom upon his listeners. The artist's skillful use of light and shadow adds depth to each figure present, emphasizing their awe-inspired expressions. The central theme of this illustration revolves around God's imminent arrival on Earth. As stated in Micah I:3, "the Lord cometh forth. . . and will come down". This verse speaks to both hope and fear as it signifies God's intervention in human affairs. The image captures a sense of anticipation mixed with trepidation among those who hear these words. Gustave Dore's artistic prowess shines through every stroke of this wood engraving. His ability to convey emotion through visual storytelling is truly remarkable. Through this print, we are reminded not only of ancient biblical narratives but also of the enduring power that religious texts hold over humanity throughout history.
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