Tag: Caravaggio

Conversion at a Roman Cross: We Have No King but Christ

~ Peggy Haslar

"And over his head they put the charge against him, which read, 'This is Jesus the King of the Jews'." Crucifixions spoke in iron words: Rome rules. Centurions with their units of a hundred men bore witness. The commander on duty at this trial had seen other messiahs. When Rome lays down the law, he … Continue reading Conversion at a Roman Cross: We Have No King but Christ

Christ’s Naked Humility vs. All Our Cloaks and Crowns

~ Peggy Haslar ~ 2 Comments

When Jesus looked at lilies, he saw beauties fit for contemplation. “They don't toil or spin,” he pointed out, “but even Solomon in all his glory was not clothed as one of these.” One greater than Solomon had spoken. From eternity, he was “clothed in light as with a garment,” yet the Virgin's fiat gave … Continue reading Christ’s Naked Humility vs. All Our Cloaks and Crowns