A doctor of the law asks Jesus what to do to gain eternal li
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A doctor of the law asks Jesus what to do to gain eternal li
A doctor of the law asks Jesus what to do to gain eternal life. Codex of Predis (1476). Royal Library. Turin. Italy
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This exquisite 15th-century illuminated manuscript, housed in the Royal Library of Turin, Italy, captures a pivotal moment in the New Testament as a doctor of the law engages in a profound dialogue with Jesus. The scene, depicted in a stunningly detailed and vibrant miniature painting, is taken from the Codex of Predis, a precious manuscript produced during the Renaissance period. The doctor, dressed in the robes of his profession, is shown with an open book in his left hand and a questioning gaze fixed on Jesus, who sits calmly with his disciples gathered around him under the shelter of a tree. The doctor's inquiry centers on the attainment of eternal life, a question that has perplexed humanity since the dawn of time. Jesus, ever the wise teacher, responds with a simple yet profound answer, "What is written in the law? How do you read it?" The doctor, seemingly taken aback, replies with the answer he has learned from his studies: "You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your strength, and with all your mind; and your neighbor as yourself." Jesus commends the doctor for his correct answer but challenges him further, "You have answered correctly; do this, and you will live." The doctor, realizing the weight of Jesus' words, looks on in deep contemplation, perhaps recognizing that the path to eternal life is not just a matter of intellectual understanding but of putting that understanding into practice. This beautiful and intricately detailed painting, created during the Middle Ages, offers a glimpse into the rich history of Christianity and the enduring questions that have shaped human thought for centuries. The tree, a symbol of life and growth, provides a fitting backdrop to this scene of learning and spiritual growth.
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