a visit with jesus

 Bible Art

The Crucifixion of St. Peter
Artist: Michelangelo
 1546-50    Painting

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The Crucifixion of Saint Peter is a fresco painting by the Italian Renaissance master Michelangelo Buonarroti (c. 1546–1550). It is housed in the Cappella Paolina, Vatican Palace, in the Vatican City, Rome. It is the last fresco executed by Michelangelo.

The Crucifixion with the Two Thieves
Artist: Jan Snellinck
 c. 1597-1638    Painting

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On Good Friday, three crosses stood at Golgotha. Jesus was on the middle cross, willing to take our deserved punishment. On the other crosses were two thieves, sentenced to die for their crimes. Three crosses and three men. Two needed salvation that only one could provide. The Greek words used in the Gospels to describe them can be interpreted as robbers, criminals, thieves, rebels, revolutionaries, and malefactors. The Greek word used by Mark and Matthew includes the idea of “looting by violence,” and Luke’s word choice suggests someone who is an “evil-doer.” These two men were hardened, violent criminals whom Rome considered a threat to their control. 

This oil on panel  measures 22¼ x 18 3/8 in. (56.5 x 46.7 cm.)