2020年8月19日 · Traditionally, the four Gospel writers have been represented by the following symbols (as indicated in the question): St. Matthew, a divine man; St. Mark, a winged lion; St. Luke, a winged ox; and; St. John, a rising eagle. These symbols are taken first from the Prophet Ezekiel (1:1-21):

2022年10月18日 · St. Luke in particular is represented by an ox or calf, a sacrificial animal in ancient Judaism. One reason for this representation is that St. Luke's Gospel emphasizes the sacrifice of...

The four gospel writers assigned symbols are Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. The books named after them are listed as the first four that compose the New Testament. The listing of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John represents the chronological sequence of …

2025年2月4日 · Because the great sacrifice of the Old Testament was the ox, and because the Gospel of St. Luke revolves around the theme of sacrifice, the winged ox—one of the four living creatures mentioned in the Revelation of St. John—has become the symbol of St. Luke. Apart from his role as an evangelist, St. Luke is often shown painting, especially ...

2024年10月18日 · Why is Luke associated with butchers? An image commonly ascribed to him offers a clue — a winged ox. Each of the four Gospel writers — Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John — has a special image...

2023年11月18日 · Luke‘s Ox – Highlights Jesus‘s humility, service, and sacrifice for all humankind. The ox stands out as a more humble, gentle animal compared to the regal man, fierce lion, and soaring eagle. This meek strength and sacrificial love epitomizes Luke‘s Christ.

2001年3月27日 · The symbol of St. Luke is a winged ox. Luke begins his Gospel by announcing the birth of John the Baptist, during which his father, Zechariah, was offering a sacrifice in the Temple (see Luke 1). The ox symbol reminds us of the sacrifice our Lord made for our redemption and the sacrifices of oxen made in the Temple.

Explains ancient images of St. Luke: the ox symbol, as physician, as painter. Cites & links to texts underlying these portrayals. Fully illustrated.

A symbol of St. Luke the Evangelist, anticipated by Ezekiel. The ox, recognized as the animal of sacrifice, was applied to St. Luke because his Gospel emphasizes the atonement made by...

Saint Luke is often shown with symbols that remind us of his life and work. One of the most common symbols is an ox or a calf. This comes from the four creatures mentioned in the book of Ezekiel and the book of Revelation. The ox represents sacrifice, and his Gospel emphasizes the sacrifice of Jesus and His role as the perfect offering for our ...