The Day of Pentecost

In 1523, an intricate woodcut portraying the Day of Pentecost was meticulously crafted in Augsburg.

These woodcuts, discovered in early Bible editions, held artistic and educational significance. They enriched the reading experience by rendering biblical narratives more accessible and engaging.

This depiction shows the apostles and Mary gathered in a room. The Holy Spirit, the Advocate, is symbolized as a dove whose inspiration is illustrated as delicate flames hovering above the participants’ heads.

Fr Karl