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The Majestic Duality: Jesus is the Lion and the Lamb – Painting by Dino Carbetta

God's omnipotence and paradoxical interplay reveal God's awe-inspiring duality as both the mighty Lion of the Tribe of Judah and the gentle Lamb. In Rev 5:5, Jesus is introduced as the conquering Lion: "The Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has prevailed to open the scroll and to lose its seven seals." This imagery highlights the strength and triumph of Christ. In contrast, Jn 1:29 unveils the Lamb: "Behold! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!" This portrayal affirms the sacrificial nature of Christ, who was sent to lay down His life for humanity. Christ's earthly ministry exemplifies this dual nature. In Matt 20:28, He declares Himself a servant and asserts service over being served. Even in the face of mistreatment during His passion, Christ remains silent, akin to a lamb led to slaughter (Is 53:7). His humility, not weakness, becomes evident as He fulfills His purpose. Rev 5:6 unveils a captivating scene of the Lamb standing as though slain, adorned with seven horns and seven eyes—the embodiment of Christ's sacrificial mission. The paradox deepens as the Lion who prevailed is now portrayed as the Lamb that was slain. This juxtaposition signifies the cross, where Christ, as the Lamb, was slain, and as the Lion, conquered. JL 3:16 echoes the powerful image of the LORD roaring from Zion, reminiscent of the Lion of the tribe of Judah. The Lion's roar symbolizes strength and protection for His people. This divine duality culminates in the realization that the Lion and the Lamb are not contradictory but complementary aspects of Jesus' nature. In contemplating this divine mystery, we recognize that the Lion and the Lamb represent two facets of Jesus' identity—the victorious Lion of the tribe of Judah and the Lamb of God who bore the sins of the world. This divine interplay showcases the complexity and depth of God's character, inspiring awe and reverence.

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The Majestic Duality: Jesus is the Lion and the Lamb – Painting by Dino Carbetta<br />
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God's omnipotence and paradoxical interplay reveal God's awe-inspiring duality as both the mighty Lion of the Tribe of Judah and the gentle Lamb. In Rev 5:5, Jesus is introduced as the conquering Lion: "The Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has prevailed to open the scroll and to lose its seven seals." This imagery highlights the strength and triumph of Christ. In contrast, Jn 1:29 unveils the Lamb: "Behold! The Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world!" This portrayal affirms the sacrificial nature of Christ, who was sent to lay down His life for humanity. Christ's earthly ministry exemplifies this dual nature. In Matt 20:28, He declares Himself a servant and asserts service over being served. Even in the face of mistreatment during His passion, Christ remains silent, akin to a lamb led to slaughter (Is 53:7). His humility, not weakness, becomes evident as He fulfills His purpose. Rev 5:6 unveils a captivating scene of the Lamb standing as though slain, adorned with seven horns and seven eyes—the embodiment of Christ's sacrificial mission. The paradox deepens as the Lion who prevailed is now portrayed as the Lamb that was slain. This juxtaposition signifies the cross, where Christ, as the Lamb, was slain, and as the Lion, conquered. JL 3:16 echoes the powerful image of the LORD roaring from Zion, reminiscent of the Lion of the tribe of Judah. The Lion's roar symbolizes strength and protection for His people. This divine duality culminates in the realization that the Lion and the Lamb are not contradictory but complementary aspects of Jesus' nature. In contemplating this divine mystery, we recognize that the Lion and the Lamb represent two facets of Jesus' identity—the victorious Lion of the tribe of Judah and the Lamb of God who bore the sins of the world. This divine interplay showcases the complexity and depth of God's character, inspiring awe and reverence.

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