ADAM & EVE. The tasting of forbidden fruit and the expulsion from Eden
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ADAM & EVE. The tasting of forbidden fruit and the expulsion from Eden
ADAM & EVE.
The tasting of forbidden fruit and the expulsion from Eden. Woodcut from the Nuremberg Chronicle
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Adam Apple Christianity Evil Expelled Garden Genesis Hartman Hartmann Judaism Nuremberg Chronicle Satan Schedel Serpent Temptation Tree Of Knowledge
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This woodcut print from the Nuremberg Chronicle takes us back to the biblical tale of Adam and Eve. The image vividly portrays the pivotal moment when temptation overcomes their innocence, forever changing the course of humanity. In this scene, we witness Adam and Eve standing beneath the towering Tree of Knowledge, its branches heavy with forbidden fruit. A cunning serpent slithers around them, whispering deceitful words that entice their curiosity. With hesitant hands outstretched, they reach for the apple that will unlock a world of knowledge but also unleash evil into existence. The artist skillfully captures the emotions etched on their faces - apprehension mixed with desire as they succumb to temptation against divine commandments. As they take that fateful bite, a sense of foreboding fills the air. Soon after indulging in this act of defiance, consequences unfold before our eyes. God's wrath is swift as He expels them from Eden's lush garden paradise where harmony once reigned supreme. This woodcut print serves as a powerful reminder not only of mankind's fallibility but also our eternal struggle between good and evil. It encapsulates themes central to Christianity and Judaism while showcasing artistic techniques prevalent during medieval times. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece by Hartmann Schedel, it transports us back through centuries to ponder upon our own choices and wrestle with moral dilemmas still relevant today.
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