Art inspired by Stories in the Bible

Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn

Esther with the Decree of Destruction

Esther with the Decree of Destruction

scripture link: Esther 4:8
[work by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn]

Diego Rodriguez da Silva y Velázquez

Christ in the House of Martha and Mary

Christ in the House of Martha and Mary

scripture link: Luke 10:40
[work by Diego Rodriguez da Silva y Velázquez]

Throughout the history of art many great artists have been inspired by stories in the bible. On this site an ever increasing selection of their work is presented, with every painting linked to a related bible passage. The text is from the King James Bible, also known as the Authorized Version. You will find the full text online, including the apocrypha and the translators' preface.

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