The Seven Seals of the Book
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The Seven Seals of the Book
The Seven Seals of the Book - Revelation 5.
circa 1688
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1688 Biblical Future Prediction Prophecy Revelation Seals Testament
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This 17th-century print depicts The Seven Seals of the Book from the Biblical text of the New Testament's Book of Revelation (Revelation 5:1-8). The image, created circa 1688, presents a striking visual interpretation of this intriguing biblical passage. At the center of the composition, an open book lies on a pedestal, its pages filled with intricate illustrations of the Four Living Creatures and the Twenty-four Elders, all in adoration before the throne of God. Above the book, the Lamb of God, symbolizing Jesus Christ, takes the scroll from the hand of an angel, ready to break the seals. The Seven Seals are depicted as scrolls, each held by one of the Elders. As the Lamb breaks each seal, the Elders sound the trumpets, and various calamities are unleashed upon the earth. These seals represent the beginning of the end times, as foretold in the Book of Revelation. This print offers a fascinating glimpse into the artistic and biblical interpretations of the 17th century. It serves as a reminder of the enduring fascination with the Book of Revelation and its prophetic predictions about the future. The intricate details and rich symbolism found in this print continue to captivate viewers and inspire contemplation and reflection on the profound mysteries of the Bible.
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