Pentecost
Summary
The descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles fifty days after Easter, enabling them to speak in tongues and marking the birth of the Church.
Biblical Reference
Book(s): Acts of the Apostles
Chapters/Verses: Acts 2:1-31
Artworks Depicting This Story
The Pentecost Self-researched
A large painting in the nave depicting the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles. One of several Titian works transferred to the Salute from suppressed churches.
Descent of the Holy Ghost Self-researched
Located on the left wall of the Chapel of the Crucifixion, this late 18th-century painting depicts the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles at Pentecost.
Pentecost Cupola Mosaic Self-researched
The westernmost dome of the nave depicting the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles at Pentecost. Flames descend from a central dove representing the Holy Spirit, with the Apostles arranged in a radial composition below.