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King David forgiving his son Absalom (engraving)
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King David forgiving his son Absalom (engraving)
976543 King David forgiving his son Absalom (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King David forgiving his son Absalom. Illustration for The Prize Bible (Wells Gardner, Darton & Co, c 1890). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn
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Absalom Cuddle David Embrace Embracing Forgiveness Forgiving Hugging Judaic Old Testament Stories Orthodox Jews Reconciliation Christinaity Hebrew Bible Jewish Religion Psalms The Books Of The Bible
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This engraving, titled "King David forgiving his son Absalom" beautifully captures a profound moment of forgiveness and reconciliation from biblical times. Created by an English School artist in the 19th century, this print showcases the emotional embrace between King David and his wayward son. The image depicts a powerful scene from the Old Testament, symbolizing themes of forgiveness, redemption, and familial love. King David's compassionate gesture transcends religious boundaries as it resonates with both Christianity and Judaism. The tender hug shared between father and son evokes deep emotions while highlighting the significance of forgiveness in these ancient texts. As we gaze upon this digitally cleaned image, we are reminded of the timeless teachings found within sacred scriptures such as Psalms. This illustration was originally created for The Prize Bible published by Wells Gardner, Darton & Co around 1890. Regardless of one's religious background or beliefs, this engraving serves as a visual reminder that forgiveness has always been an integral part of human existence. It speaks to our universal yearning for healing broken relationships and finding solace through compassion. Bridgeman Images presents us with yet another remarkable piece from their collection – a testament to their commitment to preserving art that inspires contemplation on matters beyond commercial interests.
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