Sunday, February 2, 2014

The Meeting of the Lord

Presentation of Christ in the Temple, St. Catherine's Monastery, Sinai, 12th century

Lord, now lettest Thou Thy servant depart in peace, according to Thy word:
For mine eyes have seen Thy salvation, which Thou hast prepared
before the face of all peoples, a light to enlighten the Gentiles,
and the glory of Thy people Israel.

2 comments:

Thickethouse.wordpress said...

I have always loved this story, and the words of Simeon and Anna.......This is a lovely piece of art which I have not seen before.

M.K. said...

What understanding he had, to recognize His God's salvation in such a humble-looking baby! I love those temple events.