Cry of prophet Jeremiah on the Ruins of Jerusalem (on a Bible subject) 1870

"Cry of prophet Jeremiah on the Ruins of Jerusalem (on a Bible subject)" is a powerful painting by Ilya Repin, created in 1870. The work depicts the biblical prophet Jeremiah mourning over the destruction of Jerusalem, standing amongst the rubble of the once-great city. The scene is rendered with a dramatic use of light and shadow, emphasizing the emotional intensity of the moment. Repin's work captures the despair and grief of Jeremiah, reflecting the historical event and its impact on the Jewish people. The painting is now housed in the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, Russia.