The Commandment to Love One Another 1599

"The Commandment to Love One Another" is a 1599 engraving by Gillis van Breen, a Dutch artist who was active for a short period between 1595 and 1622. This artwork, currently located in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts a complex composition with biblical verses and figures of cherubs, demonstrating the strong religious context of the piece. The composition features a central figure of a mother holding a baby, symbolizing the love of Christ. The surrounding text emphasizes the importance of loving one another, with quotes from the Bible in both Latin and Dutch languages. This engraving, with its detailed illustrations and intricate script, serves as a powerful visual reminder of the importance of love and compassion within the Christian faith.