Sister Wendy’s Nativity
Sister Wendy’s Nativity by Wendy Beckett, published by HarperCollins on November 25, 1998, is a thoughtful exploration of the Christmas story through art. This edition features 96 pages and presents over 40 selected paintings from manuscripts held by the Vatican and Italian State Libraries, many of which are showcased for the first time. The book invites readers to reflect on the significance of Christ’s life, beginning with events leading up to His birth and continuing through key moments from His time on earth.
In Sister Wendy’s Nativity, readers will find a blend of artistic appreciation and spiritual insight as Sister Wendy examines familiar biblical narratives, including the Annunciation, the Nativity, and the Last Supper. The illustrations serve as a testament to the dedication of artists who created works in praise of God, while Sister Wendy’s commentary aims to illuminate the deeper meanings behind these exquisite images. This book provides a unique perspective on the intersection of art and religious history, making it a valuable addition for those interested in both subjects.
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Sister Wendy’s Nativity looks anew at the Christmas story and invites us to consider the true significance of Christ’s life. Her personal selection of over 40 beautiful paintings from manuscripts held by the Vatican and Italian State Libraries (many seen here for the first time) illustrate stories that are familiar to us all, yet whose significance is so often elusive.
Sister Wendy begins the story by looking at the events that proceeded the birth of Christ–the Creation, the Garden of Eden, the Annunciation, the Visitation leading us to the Nativity story itself–the birth in the stable, the shepherds, the magi. The story continues with much-loved episodes from Christ’s time on earth–the Feeding of the five thousand, Peter walking on the water. The last Supper. Finally, she reflects upon the meaning of the crucifixion, resurrection and Christ’s eventual ascension into heaven to embrace eternal life.
The charming, provocative and often humorous illustrations in this book are the testament of artists who dedicated their lives to producing paintings in praise of God. Sister Wendy blends her artistic knowledge with her spiritual insight in order to help us understand the meaning contained for all of us in their exquisite pictures.
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