For God So Loved the World Museum Framed Canvas
For God So Loved the World
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One of our most beloved images, the 18th century original escaped destruction and was rescued by an American priest. Order this image of mercy for yourself or as a gift today!
The original painting was in a centuries-old church slated for demolition. A priest from Michigan saved it from certain ruin and brought it to the United States, where it became a family heirloom for a young Catholic doctor and his family. As far as we can tell, the original was painted in the 1700's by an unknown artist. The Latin inscription at the bottom reads, "Sic Deus Dilexit Mundum," and is translated, "For God So Loved the World" (John 3:16). This beautiful image, which bears a strong resemblance to the Shroud of Turin, has been an inspiration for thousands since we began publishing it in 1997.
Father Benedict Groeschel, CFR, Catholic author and speaker, has used it extensively in his books and meditations. He tells the story of how angry, torn, and sad he was on the afternoon of 9/11, when many of his friends and associates were killed in the World Trade Center attacks. This image of the Sacred Heart, which hung in the monastery chapel, ministered deeply to him a message of forgiveness and mercy. Soon after, he used the image as the basis of a series of meditations in his book The Cross at Ground Zero.
This image is available as as a fine art print in one of our gold frames handcrafted in Steubenville, Ohio. This deeply spiritual depiction of Our Savior's love for us is sure to be treasured for generations to come!
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This print is of great qualitiy, and the frame as well. Not only did it arrive promptly, but also packaged with all due care. God bless and Mary keep this company.
The quality of the art is just awesome! I am very satisfied with it. Thank you very much and especially for the mystery gift came with it. God bless!
This picture is very high quality, was carefully packed, and arrived in perfect condition.
Top Quality Product and Service! The artwork is beautiful and very moving.
Thank you so much!
I was thrilled with the framed print. Although it was a 'second', I could care less. To me it was fashioned with love.