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Crown of thorns

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Lilien Vignette aus der Bibel - Art nouveau public domain image
The Crown of Thorns is a biblical reference to the crown of thorns that was placed on the head of Jesus Christ during his crucifixion. According to the Bible, Roman soldiers placed a crown of thorns on Jesus' head and mocked him, calling him the "King of the Jews."

The crown of thorns is often depicted in Christian art as a symbol of the suffering and sacrifice of Jesus Christ. It is also believed to represent the sins of humanity and the pain and suffering that Christ endured in order to redeem humanity.

The actual crown of thorns is said to have been made from a plant called the "spina Christi," which is a type of thorn bush that is native to the Middle East. The crown of thorns is believed to have been taken to Rome after the crucifixion and is said to have been housed in the Basilica di Santa Croce in Gerusalemme, which is a church in Rome.

Today, replicas of the Crown of Thorns are kept in various churches around the world, and it remains a powerful symbol of Christ's sacrifice and the love of God for humanity.
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[Re-photograph of the series "The Seven Words" mounted in elaborately carved frame with classical columns and inscription on architrave]

[Re-photograph of the series "The Seven Words" mounted in elaborately ...

Framed series of seven images of F. Holland Day as Jesus Christ wearing crown of thorns. Published titles: The seven words (1 + 4); The seven last words (2-3). Model: F.H. Day. People: Men. Title and other data... More

Jesus Christ - Print, Library of Congress collection

Jesus Christ - Print, Library of Congress collection

5065 U.S. Copyright Office. General information about the Popular and Applied Graphic Art print materials is available at: loc.gov Title devised by Library staff or Junior Fellows, 2005-2017. Hoover, Joseph, co... More

Lilien Vignette aus der Bibel - Art nouveau public domain image

Lilien Vignette aus der Bibel - Art nouveau public domain image

Vignette by Ephraim Moshe Lilien. Public domain photograph of art nouveau artwork, 19th-20th century, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Ecce homo 17th century - A painting of a group of men with beards

Ecce homo 17th century - A painting of a group of men with beards

Public domain photograph of 17th-18th-century Baroque art, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

This fire is the work of Grace that is wrought in the heart.

This fire is the work of Grace that is wrought in the heart.

Public domain image of a religious scene, Jesus Christ, Christianity, Christian Art, Bible, New Testament, free to use, no copyright restrictions - Picryl description

A statue of jesus on the cross with other people. Passion good friday church, religion.

A statue of jesus on the cross with other people. Passion good friday ...

The crucifixion of jesus christ painting / A painting of the crucifixion of builder / Public domain art photo.

Jesus with crown of thorns - Public domain portrait drawing

Jesus with crown of thorns - Public domain portrait drawing

General information about the Popular and Applied Graphic Art print materials is available at: loc.gov Title devised by Library staff or Junior Fellows, 2005-2017. Category designation on original folder: Relig... More

. Way of the cross passion good friday, religion.
Kolorerad skioptikonbild med religiöst motiv. Jesus med lamm.

Kolorerad skioptikonbild med religiöst motiv. Jesus med lamm.

Kolorerad skioptikonbild med religiöst motiv. Jesus med lamm.

The sacred heart of Jesus - Public domain portrait engraving

The sacred heart of Jesus - Public domain portrait engraving

5388 U.S. Copyright Office. General information about the Popular and Applied Graphic Art print materials is available at: loc.gov Title information compiled by Junior Fellows, 2005-2017. Noonan (Thomas B.) & C... More

[Re-photograph of the series "The Seven Words" mounted in elaborately carved frame with classical columns and inscription on architrave]

[Re-photograph of the series "The Seven Words" mounted in elaborately ...

Framed series of seven images of F. Holland Day as Jesus Christ wearing crown of thorns. Published titles: The seven words (1 + 4); The seven last words (2-3). Model: F.H. Day. People: Men. Title and other data... More

Jesus Christ with crown of thorns

Jesus Christ with crown of thorns

General information about the Popular and Applied Graphic Art print materials is available at: loc.gov Title devised by Library staff or Junior Fellows, 2005-2017. Category designation on original folder: Relig... More

Heemskerck lamentation WP 20161201 062

Heemskerck lamentation WP 20161201 062

 This image is available from the Netherlands Institute for Art Historyunder digital ID 118433. This tag does not indicate the copyright status of the attached work. A normal copyright tag is still required. Se... More

That man that overtook you, was Moses.  He spareth none, neither knoweth he how to shew mercy to those that transgress his law.

That man that overtook you, was Moses. He spareth none, neither knowe...

Picryl description: Public domain reproduction of religious Christian art print, free to use, no copyright restrictions image.

Behold three shining ones came to him, and saluted him, with Peace be to thee.
Jacopo Amigoni (^) - Schlafendes Jesuskind mit Marterwerkzeugen - 2397 - Bavarian State Painting Collections

Jacopo Amigoni (^) - Schlafendes Jesuskind mit Marterwerkzeugen - 2397...

Public domain photograph of portrait art print, 18th century, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Louis9+Relics - A painting of a group of people standing next to each other

Louis9+Relics - A painting of a group of people standing next to each ...

Saint Louis IX of France receiving the Crown of Thorns, the holy Lance, the true Cross and other relics from Constantinople. (British Library, Royal 16 G VI f. 395) Deutsch: Der heilige Ludwig IX. von Frankr... More

Die dornenkrœnung Christi. - Engraving, Public domain image

Die dornenkrœnung Christi. - Engraving, Public domain image

Public domain reproduction of art print, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

TEGEO Saint-Louis recevant la sainte couronne de Baudouin II

TEGEO Saint-Louis recevant la sainte couronne de Baudouin II

Français : Saint-Louis recevant la sainte couronne de Baudouin II Provenance : peint pour l'infant Don Sébastien-Gabriel de Bourbon-Bragance (1811-1875) : offert par celui-ci à sa belle-sœur, l'infante Louise-... More

Ecce Homo. - Public domain portrait engraving

Ecce Homo. - Public domain portrait engraving

Public domain scan of portrait art print, Germany, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Die dornenkroenung Christi. Lithography, German

Die dornenkroenung Christi. Lithography, German

Public domain image of painting, 18th century, free to use, no copyright restrictions - Picryl description

Bela Čikoš Sesija - Mourning of Christ

Bela Čikoš Sesija - Mourning of Christ

Public domain image of a religious scene, Jesus Christ, Christianity, Christian Art, Bible, New Testament, free to use, no copyright restrictions - Picryl description