Binding of Isaac
Summary
The story from the Book of Genesis in which God orders Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac. As Abraham begins to comply, having bound Isaac to an altar, he is stopped by the Angel of the Lord; a ram appears and is slaughtered in Isaac's stead. Prefigures Christ's sacrifice.
Biblical Reference
Book(s): Genesis
Chapters/Verses: Genesis 22:1-19
Artworks Depicting This Story
Abraham and Isaac Self-researched
Ceiling painting in the sacristy, part of the trio with David and Goliath and Cain and Abel. Depicts the moment of Abraham's sacrifice being stayed by an angel. Demonstrates Titian's mastery of dramatic perspective.