Mother of God "The Burning Bush"

Datelate 19th Century

MediumTempera on panel

Dimensions8 3/4 × 7 in. (22.2 × 17.8 cm)

ClassificationsPainting

Credit LineGift of Evelyn LaLanne

Object number2000.2.36

Label TextThe icon of the Mother of God of The Burning Bush is based on an Old Testament miracle witnessed by Moses. In the Book of Exodus, God calls to Moses from a bush that "was burning, yet it was not consumed" (Ex. 3:2) to say that he will lead the Hebrews from Egypt. The image of the burning bush was then used to symbolize Mary giving birth to Christ while remaining a virgin. These icons were often hung in homes because it was believed that they could protect against fire.
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Status

On view

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