The Triumph of the Holy Name of Jesus
Italian Baroque painter Giovanni Gori completed this mural, which is based on the Bible passage from Philippians: “At the name of Jesus every knee should bow.”
Even among the gathering of gods, Jesus' divinity and righteousness enable Him to stand as the supreme deity, receiving their worship.
This central theme is framed by two starkly contrasting scenes: above, the bright, majestic, and sacred vision of heaven; below, the dark, painful, and fallen vision of hell.
Gori uses the contrast between light and shadow to bathe the saints of heaven in dazzling golden light, while the fallen sinners are shrouded in dark shadows, further emphasizing the dramatic contrast between good and evil.
Gori carefully designed the postures and expressions of the saints of heaven, making them appear as though they are devoutly worshiping the Holy Name of Jesus at the center of the ceiling.
Additionally, he skillfully employs perspective to make the saints appear closer to the audience, creating a strong sense of immersion. The fallen sinners, however, are depicted in various grotesque forms—some transforming into beasts, others shamefully covering their faces—fully expressing their inner pain and despair.
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