Book Title: The archæology of baptism / by Wolfred Nelson Cote.

Author: Cote, Wolfred Nelson, d. 1877

Image Title: Baptism of Jesus

Scripture Reference:

• Matthew 3 (further images / scripture text)
• Mark 1 (further images / scripture text)
• Luke 3 (further images / scripture text)

Description: This sketch of a manuscript from the Library of the British Museum depicts the baptism of Jesus. Jesus stands upright as John the Baptist (right) places his right hand on Jesus’ head, preparing to immerse him. Two angels (left) carry Jesus’ clothes, a youthful figure appears in the sky above, watching the scene.

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