Daniel and the Lion 1650
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Santa Maria del Popolo, Rome, Italy
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Gian Lorenzo Bernini's "Daniel and the Lion" (1650) is a marble sculpture located in the Church of Santa Maria del Popolo in Rome. The sculpture depicts the biblical story of Daniel being thrown into a den of lions, but instead of showing the ferocious beasts, Bernini focuses on Daniel's prayerful stance, arms raised in supplication. This poignant depiction of faith and resilience was commissioned by Cardinal Federico Borromeo and has become a symbol of hope and perseverance in the face of adversity.
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