Forgiveness Collection (#8)

Sheet music cover, Let By-Gones Be By-Gones, with words and music by Joseph George Gilbert. With a portrait of Issy Bonn (Benjamin Levin, 1903-1977), British-Jewish actor, singer and comedian

French Prison Chapel
Prisoners kneeling in prayer in the pews of a prison chapel in France. Date: 1930s

German merchants weighing produce on scales in a busy bustling marketplace

Silver Christian cross
Antique illustration of Silver Christian cross

Ravenna, San Vitale, famous mosaic, Italy

The Parable of the Prodigal Son, section from the Mompelgarter Altarpiece
XAM72477 The Parable of the Prodigal Son, section from the Mompelgarter Altarpiece by Gerung or Gerou, Matthias (c.1500-68/70); 41x28 cm; Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; German

The Prodigal Son, 17th century
BAL49345 The Prodigal Son, 17th century by Bray, Salomon de (1597-1664); Private Collection; Johnny Van Haeften Ltd. London; Dutch, out of copyright

Christ and the Adulteress (oil on canvas)
XIR473081 Christ and the Adulteress (oil on canvas) by della Vecchia, Pietro (Pietro Muttoni) (1605-78); Musee de la Chartreuse, Douai, France; (add.info.: Le Christ et la femme adultAšre); Italian

The Centurion Kneeling at the Feet of Christ or, Jesus Healing the Son of an Officer
XIR39438 The Centurion Kneeling at the Feet of Christ or, Jesus Healing the Son of an Officer, 1752 (oil on canvas) by Vien, Joseph-Marie, the Elder (1716-1809); 305x530 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts

Return of the Prodigal Son, c. 1668-69 (oil on canvas)
XIR37502 Return of the Prodigal Son, c.1668-69 (oil on canvas) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); 262x205 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St

Devotional Image of the Heart of Jesus offering an Indulgence of 100 days (engraving)
XIR365068 Devotional Image of the Heart of Jesus offering an Indulgence of 100 days (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Historical Painting delilah Asking Forgiveness of Samson. by William J
Historical Painting " delilah Asking Forgiveness of Samson." by William J. Burton

The Prodigal Son in Modern Life: The Return, 1880 (oil on canvas) (for sketch see 45478)
XIR33767 The Prodigal Son in Modern Life: The Return, 1880 (oil on canvas) (for sketch see 45478) by Tissot, James Jacques Joseph (1836-1902); 100x130 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Nantes

The Parable of the Prodigal Son (oil on canvas)
XIR426204 The Parable of the Prodigal Son (oil on canvas) by Feti, Domenico (1589-1624); 61x44 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Caen, France; (add.info.: La Parabole de l Enfant Prodigue; ); Italian

Accepted, 1853 (pen & brown ink on paper)
XYC224342 Accepted, 1853 (pen & brown ink on paper) by Millais, John Everett (1829-96); 25.1x17.5 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English, out of copyright

Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery (oil on canvas)
XIR220089 Christ and the Woman Taken in Adultery (oil on canvas) by Francken, Frans II the Younger (1581-1642); Musee d Art Thomas Henry, Cherbourg

The Return of the Prodigal Son
BAL20741 The Return of the Prodigal Son by Savery, Roelandt Jacobsz. (1576-1639); Private Collection; Dutch, out of copyright

Christ and the woman taken in adultery (oil on panel) (detail of 231478)
XBP231473 Christ and the woman taken in adultery (oil on panel) (detail of 231478) by Hemessen, Jan Sanders van (c.1504-66); Private Collection; Photo eBoltin Picture Library; Dutch, out of copyright

Return of the Prodigal Son, 1780 (oil on canvas)
BAL168232 Return of the Prodigal Son, 1780 (oil on canvas) by Tiepolo, Giovanni Battista (Giambattista) (1696-1770); 49x59 cm; Pushkin Museum, Moscow, Russia; Italian, out of copyright

Christ and the Centurion (oil on canvas)
XIR222468 Christ and the Centurion (oil on canvas) by Bourdon, Sebastien (1616-71); 117x147 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Caen, France; French, out of copyright

Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors, Johannes Wierix, Maarten van Heemskerck, Philips Galle, 1569 - 1573

Joseph reveals himself to his brothers, Anonymous, Nicolaes Visscher (I), Nicolaes Visscher (II), 1668 - 1702

Divorce. The Reconciliation (gouache on paper)
XIR158254 Divorce. The Reconciliation (gouache on paper) by Lesueur Brothers, (18th century); 35.5x53.2 cm; Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) Pardoning the Rebels at Cairo, 23rd October 1798, 1806-08
XIR143830 Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) Pardoning the Rebels at Cairo, 23rd October 1798, 1806-08 (oil on canvas) by Guerin, Baron Pierre-Narcisse (1774-1833); 365x500 cm; ChAteau de Versailles

The Prodigal Son (oil on canvas)
BAL14106 The Prodigal Son (oil on canvas) by Fragonard, Jean-Honore (1732-1806); Alan Jacobs Gallery, London, UK; French, out of copyright

JESUS AND ZACCHAUES. Zacchaeus, a tax collector, who had climbed into a tree to see Jesus Christ during a visit to Jericho, is told by Christ to come down so that they may go visit his home

John Everett Millais (1829-1896) English artist and founder member of Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. Illustration for the poem The Bishop and the Knight published in The Cornhill Magazine, London, 1862

Soul of the penitent thief carried into Paradise by angels with burning censers. Luke 23. Illustration by JJ Tissot for his Life of Our Saviour Jesus Christ 1897. Oleograph

Forgive Us Our Trespasses Postcard. ca. 1880-1920, Forgive Us Our Trespasses Postcard

Historical Painting delilah Asking Forgiveness Of Samson. By William J. Burton
Historical Painting " delilah Asking Forgiveness Of Samson." By William J. Burton

Historical Painting, delilah Asking Forgiveness of Samson. by William J
Historical Painting, " delilah Asking Forgiveness of Samson." by William J. Burton, 1851

France, Nantes, Return of Prodigal Son
James Jacques Joseph Tissot (1836-1902), The Return of the Prodigal Son

Couple making up after argument
The Reconciliation. Couple making up after argument Date: ca. 1847

The penitent

Nursery, rhyme, The Queen of Hearts, Caldecott, 8 of 8
and vowed he d steal no more

The play, Numa Roumestan by Daudet
Numa Roumestan goes down on one knee, begging forgiveness from his wife

Yom Kippur, Germany
German Jews celebrate Yom Kippur, the Day of Forgiveness, or Pardon

Breton Pardon
A Breton pardon - the men walk in procession, the woman line the streets of Douarnenez, seeking forgiveness and holding candles

Anti-Pope Joannes XVI
ANTI-POPE JOANNES XVI humiliated by his rival, pope Gregorius V, who was not strong on Christian forgiveness

Richard I Pardons John
Richard I pardons his brother John

Otto I & Son Lindolf
Lindolf begs forgiveness for having revolted against his father Emperor Otto I

Paris & Oenone(Hj Ford)
Paris begs his estranged wife Oenone for forgiveness for having run away with Helen of Troy

Confession in a Roman Catholic church

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"Capturing the Essence of Forgiveness: A Journey through Art and Literature" In a world filled with turmoil, forgiveness emerges as a beacon of hope, depicted vividly in various artistic masterpieces. Rembrandt's "The Return of the Prodigal Son" portrays the power of unconditional love and acceptance. The prodigal son's return symbolizes redemption and highlights the transformative nature of forgiveness. Pompeo Girolamo Batoni's rendition further emphasizes this theme, showcasing how forgiveness transcends time. Through his brushstrokes, he captures the profound moment when reconciliation takes place, reminding us that it is never too late to seek or grant forgiveness. Charles Dickens' novel "Hard Times" delves into the complexities of forgiving oneself. As protagonist Louisa Gradgrind kneels down before her father seeking absolution for her past mistakes, we witness an internal struggle that resonates deeply within our own hearts. William Strang's painting "Christian Loses His Burden" illustrates forgiveness as a means to relieve one's burdensome guilt. It serves as a reminder that by letting go of resentment towards ourselves or others, we can find solace and freedom from emotional weight. Through etchings like "The Return of the Prodigal Son, " artists immortalize moments where compassion triumphs over judgment. These visual narratives inspire contemplation on our own capacity for mercy and understanding. Jesus' encounter with the Centurion exemplifies divine grace extended even to those considered unworthy. This oil painting reminds us that true forgiveness knows no boundaries or limitations; it is boundless in its ability to heal wounds and restore broken relationships. Similarly, Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece "Christ and the Adulteress" depicts Christ offering compassion rather than condemnation towards an adulterous woman. In this poignant scene captured on canvas, we witness humanity at its most vulnerable – both sinners seeking redemption through mercy.