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The First Tables (Ten Commandments)
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The First Tables (Ten Commandments)
The First Tables (tablets of stone containing the Ten Commandments) - Exodus 19.
circa 1690
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1690 Biblical Commandments Covenant Exodus Moses Tables Tablet Tablets Testament
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This striking 17th-century print depicts the First Tables, also known as the Tablets of Stone, which according to the biblical narrative, contained the Ten Commandments given by God to Moses on Mount Sinai (Exodus 19). The image, believed to be created around 1690, showcases an intricately detailed representation of the two tablets, each inscribed with five commandments. The Ten Commandments are considered the ethical and moral foundation of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, and form a significant part of the Old Testament in the Bible. Moses, the prophet and leader of the Israelites, is shown standing before the tablets, his expression one of reverence and awe as he receives the divine revelation. The mountainous backdrop, with its cloud-covered peak, adds to the sense of otherworldliness and transcendence. The print's intricate engraving technique brings out the texture and detail of the tablets, making each commandment easily discernible. The First Tables, as symbols of the covenant between God and his people, have been the subject of countless artistic interpretations throughout history. This print, with its exquisite detail and biblical accuracy, offers a captivating glimpse into the rich artistic and religious heritage of the past.
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