Sacrifice of Issac by Abraham

The story of Genesis 22:1-19, stands primarily as a test of Abraham’s faith in God, when he is called to sacrifice his child. Depicted in this exceptionally beautiful Palatine Chapel narrative mosaic, Abraham leads Issac to the sacrifice; he is stopped by an angel, the test of faith satisfied.

Between 1130 and 1160. mosaic. Palatine Chapel, Palermo, Italy.