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Saint Monica tenderly holds a boy (possibly Saint Augustine) while beckoning the viewer with an open hand in this Academic painting by French artist Alexandre Cabanel.
John the Baptist collects water from a natural stream in this earth-toned painting by Italian Baroque painter Guercino.
This image, by the famous Italian painter Raphael, shows the resurrected Christ holding His right hand in a pose of blessing.
This painting by Corot depicts Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane receiving divine support.
"Clovis et Clotilde" is a historical painting depicting the first Frankish king and his wife, created by French artist Antoine-Jean Gros in 1811.
The images show a Byzantine-style coloring page of Jesus Christ in a traditional resurrection pose, offering an interactive experience with Byzantine art.
The 6-meter tall mosaic of the Virgin Orans in St. Sophia is a significant example of Old Rus art, with approximately 2 million tesserae, believed to protect the city of Kyiv and all of Rus.
The Virgin Mary in this icon asks her son to forgive humanity's sins at the Last Judgement, flanked by four saints shown in intercessory prayer.
Matthew 19:14 (NIV): "Jesus said, 'Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.'"
This is a Symbolist painting depicting St. Cecilia, the patroness of musicians, surrounded by angels who announce her impending martyrdom.
Gustave Moreau's "Pieta" (c. 1876) is a Symbolist religious painting depicting the Virgin Mary holding the body of Jesus Christ after his crucifixion.
This line drawing shows a Baroque-style angel in dramatic motion, lying on clouds with outstretched arms and wings. The dynamic pose and flowing drapery reflect the period's emphasis on movement and emotion.
This image, depicting three cherubs in a Baroque style. Cherubs, or putti, are shown as chubby, playful infants with wings, symbolizing innocence and divinity in Baroque art.
The image depicts a work of art titled "Garland of Flowers surrounding a Sculpture of the Virgin Mary," created in 1645 by Daniel Seghers, a Flemish artist who lived from 1590 to 1661. Seghers was renowned for his skill in painting intricate floral arrangements, often surrounding religious motifs,...
This double-sided triptych icon from Ethiopia is a small-scale painting that would have been used in private devotion. The cylinder at the top of the piece reflects the construction of smaller Ethiopian icons that were suspended from a cord and worn around the neck. When open, the piece displays several...
Saint John the Baptist is shown here interceding with Christ the Judge for the forgiveness of human sins. He is surrounded by Saint Demetrius, Saint Basil the Great, Saint Gregory the Theologian, and Saint Cyril of Belozersk, all similarly turned in prayer toward Christ. 💸Please donate or subscribe to keep...
Christ, seen in the pose of the Just Judge, holds a Gospel book open to John 7:24: "Do not judge by appearances, but judge with right judgement." Above and below are bright red seraphim, while at the sides are the venerating figures of Sts. Peter, Paul, and...
These three icons form a group. In the center, Christ is represented as the Just Judge, surrounded by seraphim, archangels, and the apostles Peter and Paul. The Virgin and John the Baptist, accompanied by saints, turn toward him with their hands raised in prayer. Each panel is decorated with a...
The Corpus Christi procession is a Catholic tradition that takes place annually on the feast of Corpus Christi, which celebrates the real presence of the body and blood of Christ in the Eucharist. The purpose is to publicly venerate and give witness to the Catholic belief in the real presence...
The Church of Saint Thomas, also known as Mar Touma or Mar Toma, is a historic Syriac Orthodox and Syriac Catholic church located in the old city of Mosul, Iraq. The Church of Saint Thomas holds immense historical and religious significance for Christians, particularly Syriac Orthodox and Syriac Catholic communities,...
The image is titled "Annunciation to the Shepherds" and was created in 1906 by Hans Thoma, a German artist who lived from 1839 to 1924. The artwork depicts an angelic figure appearing to a group of shepherds, surrounded by a host of other angelic beings. The scene is...
Fr. Matthew Kane was ordained to the priesthood by His Excellency Terrence Prendergast on the Feast of St. Mary Magdalene de'Pazzi, May 29th 2024. He celebrated his first Sunday Mass and first Eucharistic procession on June 2, 2024, the Feast of Corpus Christi at St. Benedict's...
Karl von Blaas was an Austrian painter known for his detailed and expressive historical and religious paintings. He studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna and Venice, becoming a prominent figure in 19th-century academic art. "Die Heilige Katharina" (Saint Catherine) is a notable work by Karl...
Edwin Austin Abbey (1852-1911) was an American artist renowned for his illustrations and paintings, particularly those that drew upon literary and historical themes. Abbey's works often exhibit a meticulous attention to detail and a deep sense of narrative. "The Three Marys" depicts a significant moment from...
