Healing of the Lepers at Capernaum
- Artist
- James Tissot
- Date
- 1886 - 1894
- Style
- Realism
- Genre
- Religious painting
- Location
- Brooklyn Museum
The "Healing of the Lepers at Capernaum" is a compelling religious painting depicting a biblical miracle near the ancient fishing village of Capernaum, located on the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee. The scene captures Jesus' compassionate healing of ten lepers, emphasizing themes of faith and divine mercy. Capernaum, with its archaeological remains of two ancient synagogues and a house traditionally linked to Saint Peter, holds significant religious history. Artists often employ Realism techniques to convey the emotional intensity of this spiritual event, making it a powerful visual narrative of healing and hope.
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