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Illumination of a unicorn (a symbol of the incarnation of Christ, of innocence and purity) falling asleep on the lap of a virgin. The border shows plants which symbolise the virtues of the Virgin Mary, such woodland strawberries, roses and violets; Mary's robe is blue, a traditional colour attribution.
A comprehensive list of plants mentioned in the Bible, ordered alphabetically by English common/colloquial name. Includes plant names in Hebrew, Greek, and scientific terms, as well as biblical references and links to related articles.
A verse from the Gospel of Matthew that urges not to worry about clothing, using the lilies of the field as an example of God's care. Learn about the translation, commentary, cultural references and Church Fathers' interpretation of this verse.
Lydia of Thyatira was a first-century woman who converted to Christianity and hosted Paul and his companions in Philippi. She was a seller of purple cloth, a symbol of her social status and faith, and is honored as a saint by some Christian denominations.
Viola sororia, also known as common blue violet, is a native perennial plant in eastern North America. It has purple, blue, or white flowers with white throats and hairy petals, and is used for food, medicine, and ornamental purposes.
The completed engravings differ from Blake's original watercolours mainly in the complex marginal designs that they employ. These comment upon the text with biblical quotes and paraphrases, and also contain images that reinforce the themes of the main illustrations.
Viola is the largest genus in the violaceae family, with over 680 species of annuals, perennials, or shrubs. The flowers are zygomorphic, often blue or violet, with a spur on the lower petal, and have a distinctive scent and seed dispersal mechanism.
Bible commentators and scholars do not entirely agree on the nature of the parable: whether it is an authentic parable of Jesus, based on an authentic parable but significantly modified, or entirely an invention of the early Church.