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Ancient Deesis Mosaic Of Jesus Christ With The Virgin Mary And John the Baptist In Hagia Sophia

Ancient Deesis Mosaic Of Jesus Christ With The Virgin Mary And John the Baptist In Hagia Sophia

This image captures the profound and historically significant Ancient Deesis Mosaic located within the Hagia Sophia, the iconic architectural marvel in Istanbul City (formerly Constantinople), which was once the capital of the Roman Empire. The mosaic, situated in the imperial enclosure of the upper galleries, stands as a testament to a pivotal moment in the history of religious art. The Deesis Mosaic is a masterpiece that marks the end of 57 years of Roman Catholic use and the return to the Orthodox faith within Hagia Sophia. In the mosaic, Jesus Christ, known as Christ Pantocrator, is depicted as the central figure. He is rendered in majestic splendor, his right hand raised in a gesture of blessing, and his left hand holding a book, symbolizing divine knowledge and authority. Flanking Jesus, both the Virgin Mary and John the Baptist are shown in three-quarters profile, with their hands raised in supplication. Their expressions are filled with solemnity and devotion, as they implore Christ Pantocrator for intercession on behalf of humanity, especially on Judgment Day. However, the bottom part of the mosaic has suffered deterioration over the centuries, a testament to the passage of time and the historical changes that Hagia Sophia has witnessed.

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Ancient Deesis Mosaic Of Jesus Christ With The Virgin Mary And John the Baptist In Hagia Sophia
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