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Caravaggio's depiction of the two shocked disciples who discover that Jesus is alive following his crucifixion. Jesus gave thanks and broke bread when they suddenly recognized him. Luke 24

Explore Bible Art at the National Gallery of London

Have you ever wandered through a huge museum wondering what you should be seeing, or perhaps feeling like you're missing out on something? Do you want to make…

Operated by London Bible Tours

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Overview

Have you ever wandered through a huge museum wondering what you should be seeing, or perhaps feeling like you're missing out on something? Do you want to make the Bible come alive in a life-changing way? In this semi-private guided tour, you'll stand in front of world famous paintings while discussing the Bible. You will get to connect Bible passages to the paintings, then place it in a timeline so that you will understand the Bible like never before. Bible verses will no longer just be words on the page when you see a master artist bring the passage to life. As you place each event on the timeline, you will understand how they relate to each other in history. Experience famous artwork by Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt and Caravaggio in person rather than on a screen. The time range for most of the paintings is from the 1500s to the 1800s. The emphasis of the tour is more on the Bible story than artistic techniques though the technical side will be mentioned from time to time.

What’s included

  • Optional portable folding stools upon request
  • Google Doc of relevant Bible passages

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Looking at Domenichino's huge "Saint John the Evangelist", which depicts him pausing his writing of the fourth gospel to receive inspiration from God.
Examining the head of John the Baptist being put on a sliver platter as described in Mark 6. Caravaggio oddly depicts a matter-of-fact executioner and a repulsed Salome.
Telling the story of Alexander the Great's defeat of Darius III, in which Darius's family was left behind as Darius fled the battlefield. Alexander had a profound influence on the New Testament.
Discussing Leonardo da Vinci's depiction of Mary, Jesus and John the Baptist.
Contemplating the odd story of Lot's two daughters plying him with wine after escaping Sodom. Abraham Bloemaert's painting is drawn from Genesis 19.
Guercino's The Incredulity of Thomas is the topic of discussion. John 20 tells of a skeptical Thomas feeling the permanent wounds of a resurrected Jesus.

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