Jesus Gospels Paintings Author:Pierre Raiman, Bayard Presse, Editions du Cerf, Novalis, Comite Francais de Radio Television From the Annunciation to the apparition before the pilgrims on the road to Emmaus, from Jesus' baptism to his crucifixion, in all twelve important moments in the life and acts of Christ allow you to travel through 100 scenes taken from the Gospels. Walk with John tha Baptist, accompany Mary and Joesph on the Flight into Egypt , on the banks of ... more »the river Jordan, or to the foot of the cross. Follow Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John into the temple of Jerusalem, in Bethany, and in Galilee. Discover the people Jesus met - Judas, Pilate, Lazarus, Mary Magdalene - the places he visited - Nazareth, Bethlehem, the Sea of Galilee - and the symbols which marked his words and deeds - bread, wine, water, and prayer. Each scene gives you access to the greatest masterpieces of Western art, from the early catacomb paintings up to the abstract works of the 20th century. Byzantine mosaics, medieval illuminations, and the frescoes of the great monasteries illustrate the greatest moments in the life of Christ. Titan, Botticelli, Leonardo de Vinci, Velasquez, Rembrandt, Gauguin, and others reveal to you their visions of the birth, death and resurrection of Jesus. the paintings of these masters are discussed and analyzed from both a secular and a religious point of view. Comparison between these astounding works illustrate the evolution of the most important points in the representation of scenes throughout the centuries. The complete text of the four Gospels with comments and analysis is also contained here. A Synopsis allows you to compare the works of the evangelists, their similarities and their differences. The music of Vivaldi, Bach, Berlioz, Mozart, and others accompanies you on this magnificent voyage.« less