William Holman Hunt, 'The Light of the World'

This week we look at a masterpiece of the Pre-Raphaelite period titled 'The Light of the World' by William Holman Hunt. The painting has been recognized the world over, as a triumph of spiritual art. The artist challenges the viewer to open the door to Christ to banish the fears of living in a dark world. Christ is portrayed both as the humble servant, who died on Calvary, as well as the King of the Universe.

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Very nice, informative, easy to listen to. Thank you.

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Thank you so much. Brought out aspects of the painting that had been hitherto hidden.

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Holman Hunt lived for a time with members of my family Martha and Thomas Combe .

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The 3rd version that is in St Paul's Cathedral went round the world to much Aclaim, 1905_1907 was painted 1851-1900 ..this painting was the one William Holman Hunt was talking about the 3rd version ..the face of JESUS CHRIST. ..different faces..1st in Oxford, 2nd in Manchester and the True one 3rd version.