Noli Me Tangere

*Where is the piece located? (For example, is it in a museum or church? It is fine to say “unknown.”) 

Convent of San Marco, Florence

*Who is the artist? (It is fine to say “anonymous/unknown.”  
Guido di Pietro

*When (approximately) was it created?
1400-55

*How accurately does the image depict the biblical story on which it is based? What, if anything, is missing? What has been added?

- It accurately shows that Mary Magdalene has seen the Lord after he was resurrected, but what is missing is the 2 angels telling her to not weep for him. Something that was added was that the resurrected Jesus was now blonde and has an axe. 

How are the characters in the image depicted? With what emotions? What attitude is reflected in their body positioning? Are they static or in motion?

- Mary Magdalene is crouched down before Jesus and looks startled. Jesus looks as if he is reassuring her about what is happening.  They looks as if they are moving because their hands appear to be gesturing something.

*What spiritual, theological, or Christological message or meaning does the image convey?

- The spiritual message that the image shows is how the angels from God’s kingdom, came to the weeping woman to tell her that Jesus has been resurrected and that she must not weep for him. It also shows how when she sees that the Lord is there in spirit; her faith grows and she goes back to her town to preach about how she has seen the Lord.

*To what extent does the image capture the particular themes and emphases of John’s Gospel?

- This captures the main theme of “the word of God” pretty well because it depicts Jesus in spirit telling Mary to not weep for him and that he will always be there and remain with her in Holy Spirit. It’s vague if you don’t know the context/bible passage about it, but it shows that Jesus is there even after he was persecuted.

By: Anela & Erin

*How accurately does the image depict the biblical story on which it is based? What, if anything, is missing? What has been added?

It depicts more of the reaction of his disciple who he states is “Mary’s son.” There is the two Marys as stated in the verse. The setting looks pretty accurate and the people are depicted as sorrowful. 

How are the characters in the image depicted? With what emotions? What attitude is reflected in their body positioning? Are they static or in motion?

The are sorrowful and sad. They are shown as respecting of his wishes and they look static and they are mourning over Jesus. 

*What spiritual, theological, or Christological message or meaning does the image convey?

It conveys the theme of the effect that Jesus’s death had made on the people he knew the most. That God provides because Jesus gave Mary a son so that even when he’s dead she will still have someone to turn to for love and support. 

*To what extent does the image capture the particular themes and emphases of John’s Gospel?

It presents a more solemn and holy Jesus. It’s a very sad depiction of the passion.

Artist: Grünewald, Matthias

Date: b. 1470/80
 The picture most accurately depicts the biblical story which is based on the crucifixion of Jesus, but the depiction of the moment of piercing. More characters had been added to the painting such as Mary, St. John and St. Mary Magdalene. 

Mary’s emotion of agony reflects Jesus’ suffering as she is fainting into the arm of Saint John the Baptist. Saint John is seen as empathetic, while Mary Magdalene is seen praising Him. Most characters in the picture are in motion except for Jesus. Jesus is presented as static as his body is deceased. The image shows Mary's belief in God after her son died because no anger is shown toward Pilate or the soldiers. We felt that the image greatly captured the particular theme of John, Jesus the word of God because his crucifixion proved the testimony true.

Located: British museum, London

Artist: Dürer, Albrecht

Created: 1511

Biblical Accuracy: The image is an accurate representation of the story. There a minor differences, such as the fact that in the story, Jesus dries their feet with the towel from around his waist; but in the artwork Jesus is fully clothed.

Characters and Setting: The art piece takes place in a crowded room with many characters overlooking Jesus and the man who is getting his feet washed. They are all in shock and chattering amongst themselves about the event taking place. They all appear to be in motion, talking or cleaning. All of the characters in the image appear to be familiar and close to each other.

Spiritual Message: The image conveys the idea that no one is above anybody else and it is important to treat others with the attitude and respect they deserve, through both actions and words.

Connection to John’s Gospel: The image embodies the theme of John’s Gospel and demonstrates how Jesus is a reflection of God’s word and who encourages others to follow the word of God with him.

Event: The Beloved Disciple and the Women at the Cross
Art Piece: Mary and John before the Man of Sorrow

Author: Hans Süss von Kulmbach
Date Created: ca. 1514

Location: Nuremberg (Possibly, not certain

A: The characters in the image appear static, in a sense that they are simply mourning for Jesus