They say a picture is worth a thousand words. Today I'm letting a new piece do the talking, with minimal textual intrusions to explain some symbolism. "Crucifixion" was recently installed at Zion Lutheran Church, Garret, Ind.
Tabula Ansata: The inscription here follows a traditional artistic formula. It is a gross abbreviation of "Jesus of Nazareth king of the Jews" in Latin. The full wording was not only in Latin, but Greek and Aramaic, as well.
Christ's hand: Though fixed to the cross, His hand is in the attitude of blessing.
Crowned with glory: Jesus wears a crown of thorns, but His tri-radiant nimbus shows Him to be a Person of the Holy Trinity and true God.
From His pierced side: Blood and water flow, blessing us with the Sacraments of Holy Baptism and the Lord's Supper.
Place of a skull: Some traditions place the crucifixion of Jesus on the site of Adam's grave, underscoring Christ's victory over death and a reversal of man's Fall.
Bloodied, pierced feet: "How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!"
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Giclée prints available: Images of "Crucifixion" are available as signed giclées prints on Hahnemuehle fine art paper. Two sizes are available: 12" x 18" for $80, and 15.9" x 24" for $120. Please email the artist at edriojasartist@gmail.com to order or for more information.
This inspired my poem,
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“ἐν τούτῳ νίκα”In hoc signo vinces /"In this sign you will conquer" by Barbara Meier and it was published today
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