Lukas-Symbol: Ochse mit (1) Hl. Gabriel, (2) Christkind mit Zepter und Messer, (3) Taufbecken, (4) Christus treibt den Teufel weg, (5) Kissen [Bett des Gelähmten], Fischernetz, (6) aufgeschlagenes Buch, sieben Kerzen
Zusammenfassung
In artistic depictions, St. Luke is often shown holding an ox or with an ox nearby, as a symbol of his association with the Gospel of Luke and his devotion to Jesus and the Holy Family. The image of St. Luke with an ox is a reminder of the importance of sacrifice, devotion, and compassion in the Christian life.
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Datum
1300 - 1500
Lage
Federal Republic of Germany
Quelle
National Library of the Netherlands
Copyright-info
Public Domain Marked