Maureen Teggarty
I grew up on a farm. Loved animals. So when I came into this church the window at the font took my eye.
Title of Work The Lamb at the Font Acrylic on canvas One night at Ladies Guild a lady, Shelagh Roberts, asked if I would like to paint. She ran lessons on a Friday morning. It was Shelagh who got me into the arts.
The “Agnus Dei” (Lamb of God) symbol can be traced back to 5th century Rome. The “Lamb of God” refers to Jesus Christ in his role of the perfect sacrificial offering. It represents him as both suffering and victorious. Since the lamb is a sacrificial animal, it may also symbolize purity, as well as innocence and gentleness. It is also representative of meekness, humility, and forgiveness.
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