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Abraham and Melchisedech. Returning from a victorious campaign
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Abraham and Melchisedech. Returning from a victorious campaign
JLJ4600745 Abraham and Melchisedech. Returning from a victorious campaign, Abraham met Melchisedech (Melchisedec or Melchizedek or Melkisedeq or Melki-Tsedeq or Melki Tsedeq), king of Salem who brought him bread and wine. He was a priest and pronounced this blessing: " Beni be Abraham by the high God who created heaven and earth, and blessed be the Most High God who delivered your enemies into your hands." And Abraham gave him the dime of all things. Painting by Pierre Paul (Pierre-Paul) Rubens (or Peter Paul or Petrus Paulus) (1577-1640) Ec. Flam. 1616. Dim: 2, 04 x 2, 50m. Caen, Musee Des Beaux Arts - Abraham and Melchizedech. Returning from a victorious campaign, Abraham met Melchizedech (or Melchisedec or Melchizedek or Melki-Tsedeq or Melki Tsedeq), king of Salem who brought him bread and wine. He was a priest and pronounced this blessing: blessed be Abraham by The God Most High, Creator of heaven and earth, and blessed be God Most High who has delivered your enemies into your hand." Abraham gave him tithes of all. Painting by Pierre Paul (Pierre-Paul) Rubens (or Peter Paul or Petrus Paulus) (1577-1640) Flemish School, 1616. 2.04 x 2.50 m. Beaux-Arts Museum, Caen, France by Rubens, Peter Paul (1577-1640); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Caen, France; (add.info.: Abraham and Melchisedech. Returning from a victorious campaign, Abraham met Melchisedech (Melchisedec or Melchizedek or Melkisedeq or Melki-Tsedeq or Melki Tsedeq), king of Salem who brought him bread and wine. He was a priest and pronounced this blessing: " Beni be Abraham by the high God who created heaven and earth, and blessed be the Most High God who delivered your enemies into your hands." And Abraham gave him the dime of all things. Painting by Pierre Paul (Pierre-Paul) Rubens (or Peter Paul or Petrus Paulus) (1577-1640) Ec. Flam. 1616. Dim: 2, 04 x 2, 50m. Caen, Musee Des Beaux Arts - Abraham and Melchizedech. Returning from a victorious campaign, Abraham met Melchizedech (or Melchisedec or Melchizedek or Melki-Tsedeq or Melki Tsedeq), king of Salem who brought him bread and wine. He was a priest and pronounced this blessing: blessed be Abraham by The God Most High, Creator of heaven and earth, and blessed be God Most High who has delivered your enemies into your hand." Abraham gave him tithes of all. Painting by Pierre Paul (Pierre-Paul) Rubens (or Peter Paul or Petrus Paulus) (1577-1640) Flemish School, 1616. 2.04 x 2.50 m. Beaux-Arts Museum, Caen, France); Photo ePhoto Josse; Flemish, out of copyright
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The print captures a moment of profound significance as Abraham and Melchisedech return from a triumphant campaign. In this encounter, the king of Salem presents Abraham with bread and wine, symbolizing sustenance and celebration. Melchisedech, also known as Melchizedek or Melki-Tsedeq, is not only a ruler but also a priest who bestows upon Abraham a powerful blessing. He acknowledges the high God as the creator of heaven and earth while praising Him for delivering Abraham's enemies into his hands. Pierre Paul Rubens masterfully brings this biblical scene to life through his painting. The vibrant colors and intricate details showcase his skill in capturing both the physicality of the characters and their spiritual connection. The immense dimensions of 2.04 x 2.50 meters further emphasize the grandeur and importance of this encounter. Located in Caen's Musee Des Beaux Arts, this artwork by Rubens stands as an exquisite example of Flemish School craftsmanship from 1616. It serves as a testament to Rubens' ability to convey complex narratives through visual storytelling. This print allows viewers to appreciate not only Rubens' artistic prowess but also the timeless story it portrays – one that speaks to themes such as faith, victory, gratitude, and divine intervention.
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