Vergine Maria e Gesù Neonato a Betlemme - Dipinto di Dino Carbetta
“Virgin Mary and Newborn Jesus in Bethlehem - Painting by Dino Carbetta”…
In the Gospel of Luke (1:46-55), Mary praises the Lord and rejoices in the birth of her son. These words have resonated throughout history, reminding us of Mary's humility, faith, and grace that God has bestowed upon her. This painting captures the tender bond between mother and child and tells the story of Mary's acknowledgement of her humility, she exudes quiet strength and grace and God's enduring mercy through generations. The imagery conveys the power of God's arm, the humbling of the proud, and the exaltation of the lowly. The painting then transitions to a reflection on the imminent arrival of the Savior and the mystery of the Incarnation. The narration delves into the theological significance, emphasizing the divine condescension as God's only begotten Son descends upon Earth. This divine union with humanity, conceived by the Holy Ghost in a virgin, is described with eloquence, emphasizing Christ's dual nature—God with us, yet sharing in our humanity without sin. And Christ’s willingness to share in our human experiences—poverty, prayer, suffering, and guilt. The narrative unfolds, outlining Christ's continuous presence throughout various phases of life, from the cross to Holy Communion, daily Mass, and tabernacles, culminating in the promise of His eternal presence in heaven. The profound journey through the artwork concludes with a powerful call to prayer for the sanctity of life, inspired by Pope Saint John Paul II's Evangelium Vitae. The urgency for a global prayer resonates as an impassioned plea to God, the Creator and lover of life, urging communities, groups, families, and believers to unite in fervent prayer. This expansive portrayal transcends its visual realm, becoming a vessel for profound reflections on faith, the Incarnation, the sanctity of life, and a collective call to prayer—a testament to the enduring power of art to inspire and elevate the human spirit.
- Copyright
- Dino Carbetta
- Image Size
- 5943x7409 / 252.0MB
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