Reflections on Beauty

Apse Mosaic, two faces of Christ


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Two mosaics dominate the space of the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls. In the most ancient, placed on the triumphal arch, Christ appears as the Judge at the end of time. In the apse, the glorified Christ sits on His throne with a loving, merciful, and welcoming expression. There is a striking contrast between the two faces of Christ. Which is the true Christ? Listen to Fr. Edmund Power, OSB, Abbot Emeritus of the Abbey of St. Paul Outside the Walls.

 

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Reflections on BeautyBy Radio Vaticana - Vatican News