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God frightens Heliodorus in a temple, 2 Maccabees (3: 21-28), 1695 (engraving)
937193 God frightens Heliodorus in a temple, 2 Maccabees (3:21-28), 1695 (engraving) by Weigel, Christoph (1654-1725); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heliodorus percutitur a Deo;
Heliodorus wird im Tempel von Gott erschreckt.
Heliodorus was a minister of Seleucus IV Philopator ca. [187 BC - 175 BC]. According to some historical sources he is said to have assassinated Seleucus); Prismatic Pictures
Media ID 24737500
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Aggression Aggressive Avenging Beat Beating Biblia Clubs Eleazar Expulsion Frighten Frightening Heliodorus Maccabees Messenger Messengers Persecuted Pictorial Stick Sticks Unusual Vengeful Violent Warning
20x30 inch Poster Print
Experience the awe-inspiring moment of divine intervention with our Media Storehouse range of Poster Prints featuring the engraving, 'God frightens Heliodorus in a temple, 2 Maccabees (3:21-28), 1695' by Christoph Weigel. Witness the intense scene of Heliodorus's encounter with the Almighty as depicted in this intricately detailed masterpiece from the Fine Art Finder collection. This captivating poster print is a must-have for any space seeking inspiration and a reminder of the power of faith.
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Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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The engraving "God frightens Heliodorus in a temple, 2 Maccabees (3:21-28), 1695" by Christoph Weigel captures a dramatic biblical scene filled with religious aggression and unusual violence. The image depicts the moment when God strikes fear into Heliodorus, a minister of Seleucus IV Philopator, as he enters the temple. In this intense portrayal, we witness an angelic messenger wielding sticks to warn and expel Heliodorus from the sacred space. The atmosphere is charged with tension as the vengeful presence of God looms over him. This powerful visual representation brings to life an episode from the Old Testament book of Maccabees. The artist's skillful use of intricate details and shading adds depth to this violent encounter. The engraved lines create texture on every surface, emphasizing the intensity of each character's emotions. Through this illustration, Weigel invites viewers to reflect on themes such as persecution, divine intervention, and faith. This seventeenth-century artwork serves as a reminder of Christianity's rich visual tradition and its ability to convey complex narratives through imagery. It stands as a testament to both historical events and religious beliefs that continue to resonate today. Overall, "God frightens Heliodorus in a temple" is an evocative print that captivates viewers with its vivid depiction of biblical drama while inviting contemplation on themes relevant across time periods.
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