Christ healing the Paralytic at the Pool of Bethesda (Triptych, right side panel), 1560. Creator: Robionoy, Jean de (active Mid of the 16th cen.)
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Christ healing the Paralytic at the Pool of Bethesda (Triptych, right side panel), 1560. Creator: Robionoy, Jean de (active Mid of the 16th cen.)
Christ healing the Paralytic at the Pool of Bethesda (Triptych, right side panel), 1560. Found in the collection of the Musee des Beaux-Arts, Verviers
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This exquisite right panel of the triptych, 'Christ Healing the Paralytic at the Pool of Bethesda,' is a masterpiece by the Early Netherlandish artist, Jean de Robionoy, created around 1560. It is currently housed in the Musee des Beaux-Arts in Verviers, Belgium. The scene depicts Jesus of Nazareth performing a miraculous healing. According to the New Testament, this miracle took place at the Pool of Bethesda in Jerusalem. The pool was believed to have healing properties, but only the first person to enter the water upon being stirred would be healed. A paralytic man, unable to walk, lay by the pool, hoping for his chance. Jesus, with a compassionate gaze and a gentle touch, heals the man, restoring his ability to walk. Robionoy masterfully captures the moment of transformation. Christ's divine power is conveyed through the radiant light emanating from his body. The paralytic's face is etched with relief and gratitude, while the crowd in the background reacts with awe and wonder. Symbolism abounds in this painting. The pool represents the world, and the healing of the paralytic symbolizes salvation. The crutches and cloak discarded by the healed man symbolize the shedding of burdens and the beginning of a new life. The rich colors and intricate details of the painting transport the viewer to a time and place where faith and miracles were a part of daily life. This artwork is a testament to the enduring power of religious art to inspire and uplift, and a reminder of the transformative power of faith and compassion.
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