Peter and John heal a paralyzed man at the temple gate 1553

Lambertus Suavius created this print, "Peter and John heal a paralyzed man at the temple gate," sometime between 1514 and 1564 using engraving techniques. During this period, art was deeply intertwined with religious narratives. Suavius, working amidst the currents of the Renaissance and the Reformation, engages with themes of faith and healing. Notice how the central figure, the paralyzed man, embodies vulnerability and dependence. Suavius uses his image to offer a commentary on societal attitudes toward disability. The expressions on the faces of the onlookers invite reflection on the complexities of human compassion and indifference. This depiction goes beyond mere illustration, and prompts deeper questions about the interplay between power, faith, and social responsibility. While rooted in biblical narrative, the print encourages us to confront the timeless realities of human suffering. It urges us to question the ways we engage with those in need.