Johannes de Doper identificeert Christus als het Lam Gods 1580 - 1600

This print by Jacob de Weert captures the moment John the Baptist identifies Christ as the Lamb of God. John, staff in hand bearing a cross, gestures towards Jesus, who is depicted with a halo, symbolizing divinity. Consider the lamb as a symbol. In ancient sacrifices, the lamb was seen as pure, and so it came to represent innocence and redemption. We see this motif echoed through antiquity – from pagan rituals to early Christian art, where Christ himself embodies the sacrificial lamb, a symbol of salvation. But the lamb is also a symbol of gentleness and meekness, a quality often associated with Christ. The emotional power of this image is undeniable, engaging our subconscious with its powerful message of sacrifice and redemption. It exemplifies the cyclical nature of symbols, reappearing and evolving in different contexts throughout history, constantly imbued with new layers of meaning.