The Good Samaritan 1550

Jacopo Bassano's "The Good Samaritan" (c. 1550) depicts a scene from the New Testament, in which a traveler helps a wounded man, contrasting his compassion with the indifference of the others who passed him by. The scene is set in a landscape with a distant city, and the painting's realism and dramatic composition are characteristic of Bassano's style. The artist was renowned for his depictions of everyday life and his portrayal of animals, which add further depth to this moving scene. The painting highlights the importance of kindness and compassion in a world often marked by indifference, and it continues to inspire viewers today.