Jesus in Hades
Book Title: Hortulus animae = Lustgarten der Seelen : Mit schönen lieblichen Figuren
Author: Luther, Martin, 1483-1546
Image Title: Jesus in Hades
Description: Having broken down the gate of Hell/Hades, Jesus proclaims salvation to those within. The demonic beasts of the netherworld threaten him from above and below. This was to have occurred between Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection. This woodcut was created by Lukas Cranach the Elder.
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