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Moses and the Brazen Serpent, c1808
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Moses and the Brazen Serpent, c1808
Moses and the Brazen Serpent, c1808. God sent plague of serpents to punish the Israelites for their disobedience. They repented, asking Moses to intercede. God told him to make a brazen serpent and all those bitten could look upon it and recover. From the Bible (Numbers 21.5)
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This print, titled "Moses and the Brazen Serpent, c1808" transports us back to a significant biblical event. The scene depicts the Israelites' punishment for their disobedience when God sent a plague of serpents upon them. Overwhelmed with remorse, they turned to their trusted leader Moses for intercession. In this powerful image, we see Moses standing amidst a lush natural landscape, surrounded by his people who are desperately seeking salvation from the venomous creatures. Following divine instruction, Moses crafted a brazen serpent and raised it high on a pole so that anyone bitten could gaze upon it and be healed. The artist skillfully captures the intensity of this moment as individuals look up in hope and desperation at the gleaming brass serpent. This engraving serves as a visual reminder of faith's transformative power and God's mercy towards those who repent. "Moses and the Brazen Serpent" not only holds deep significance within Christianity but also resonates with Judaism as an emblematic story from Hebrew scripture. It stands as an enduring testament to human vulnerability, redemption through faith, and divine intervention. This nineteenth-century print is both aesthetically striking in its monochrome composition and historically valuable in preserving this biblical narrative for generations to come. Its timeless portrayal invites contemplation on themes of obedience, forgiveness, and spiritual healing across religious boundaries.
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