Martyrdom of St. Matthew
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Martyrdom of St. Matthew
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This evocative image depicts the Martyrdom of St. Matthew, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. According to legend, Matthew was ordered to be executed by King Herod Agrippa II of Judea for preaching the gospel. The story goes that an angel appeared to Matthew during his imprisonment, comforting him and preparing him for his impending death. In this print, we see St. Matthew seated, his hands bound, as he is confronted by a soldier wielding a sword. The expression on Matthew's face is serene and resolute, as if he has already embraced his fate. The soldier's gaze is intense, and the scene is filled with a sense of tension and impending violence. The background of the print is richly detailed, with other figures present in the room, including a priest or bishop, who is offering a blessing to Matthew, and a group of onlookers, some of whom appear sympathetic, while others seem indifferent or even hostile. Despite the violence and chaos surrounding him, Matthew remains calm and focused, his eyes fixed on the heavens. The angel, visible in the upper left corner of the print, is a reminder of the divine presence that sustains him in his final moments. The Martyrdom of St. Matthew is a powerful reminder of the faith and courage of the early Christian martyrs, who were willing to give their lives for their beliefs. The image invites us to reflect on our own faith and the challenges we face in our own lives, and to draw strength and inspiration from the example of St. Matthew and the other saints who have gone before us.
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