The adulterous woman
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The adulterous woman
Jesus, before the adulterous woman, writes on the floor of the church: the one of you is without sin throw the first stone to her. Then he says: go and sin no more. Miniature of The Passion of Jesus-Christ. 15th century
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Accused Adultery Aura Aureole Catholicism Christ Christianism Floor Forgive Forgiven Forgiveness Gospel Halo Jesus Pharisee Sinner 15th Adulterous
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite 15th century miniature depicts a pivotal moment in Christian history as recounted in the Gospel of John (8:1-11). In the scene, an adulterous woman, accused of her sin by a group of Pharisees, stands before Jesus in the temple. With a crowd of judgmental onlookers, including the self-righteous Pharisees, Jesus bends down and writes in the dust with his finger. He then turns to the woman and, in a powerful display of compassion and forgiveness, declares, "He who is without sin among you, let him cast the first stone at her." One by one, the accusers disperse, leaving Jesus and the woman alone. With a gentle rebuke, Jesus tells her, "Go and sin no more." The intricate details of this miniature, from the ornate aureoles surrounding the figures to the intricate patterns on the woman's veil and the folds of Jesus' robe, transport us back to the Middle Ages and the rich history of Catholicism and Christianism. The halo that encircles Jesus' head signifies his divine nature and his role as the forgiver of sins. The scene is a powerful reminder of the transformative power of forgiveness and the importance of compassion and mercy in the face of judgment and condemnation. This miniature is a testament to the enduring influence of the Gospel stories and the profound impact they continue to have on our understanding of human nature and the divine.
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