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Jesus before Pilate. Bible John 18. By Pilate is his Lictor, a Roman magistrates attendant
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Jesus before Pilate. Bible John 18. By Pilate is his Lictor, a Roman magistrates attendant
Jesus before Pilate. Bible John 18. By Pilate is his Lictor, a Roman magistrates attendant, carrying the Fasces, an axe tied in a bundle of sticks, the magistrates badge of office. Mid-19th century chromolithograph
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Badge Bible Bundle Carrying Century Christian Chromolithograph Jesus John Justice Magistrate Mid 19th Office Roman Sticks Tied Attendant Fasces Lictor Pilate
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This mid-19th century chromolithograph, titled "Jesus before Pilate" transports us back to a pivotal moment in biblical history. The image depicts the profound encounter between Jesus and Pontius Pilate, the Roman magistrate responsible for deciding his fate. Standing beside Pilate is his loyal attendant, known as a Lictor, who carries the Fasces - an emblematic bundle of sticks with an axe tied together. This symbolic badge of office represents the power and authority vested in magistrates like Pilate. The scene exudes a sense of tension and gravity as Jesus, adorned in traditional Christian attire, stands resolute before the mighty Roman ruler. It serves as a poignant reminder of the clash between religious beliefs and political power that has echoed throughout history. As we gaze upon this remarkable print from Universal Images Group (UIG), we are transported into a world where justice hangs delicately in balance. The intricate details captured by this chromolithograph invite us to reflect on themes of faith, sacrifice, and human nature's eternal quest for truth. Through its fusion of religion and history, this artwork becomes more than just an image; it becomes a window into our collective past—a testament to the enduring impact that moments like these have had on shaping our understanding of law, morality, and spirituality.
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