a visit with jesus

 Bible Art

The Arrest of Christ
Artist: Heinrich Hoffman
 1858    Painting

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The Capture of Christ illustrates a dramatic scene from Matthew 26: 47-57.  Two richly dressed Pharisees lead the procession of armed guards and Jesus Christ.  The haloed Christ, bound at the wrist, is pulled forward toward an unjust judgment and crucifixion.  To the left a remorseful Judas broods, clutching his bag of thirty silver coins for which he had betrayed the Savior.  The walled city of Jerusalem is visible in the background as the first light of dawn appears. 

The Arrest of Christ (Kiss of Judas)
Artist: Giotto
 1305    Painting

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The Kiss of Judas features the betrayal and arrest of Jesus Christ and has provided inspiration for countless artists, including Giotto di Bondone