Ascension of Jesus
Summary
The Christian belief that Jesus ascended bodily to Heaven forty days after his Resurrection. Depicted in the central dome of Saint Mark's Basilica, showing Christ in glory rising to heaven while the Apostles watch from below.
Biblical Reference
Book(s): Luke, Acts
Chapters/Verses: Luke 24:50-53, Acts 1:9-11
Artworks Depicting This Story
Ascension Cupola Mosaic Self-researched
The central dome of the basilica depicting Christ's Ascension into heaven. The composition shows Christ in glory surrounded by angels, with the Virgin Mary and the Apostles below. One of the finest examples of Byzantine-influenced mosaic art in the Western world.