The lineage of important people was common in ancient Near East societies. This evening’s antiphon recalls Jesse as the primogenitor of the Second David, Jesus.
One of the earliest images of this line in stained glass is in Chartres Cathedral.
One of the earliest images of this line in stained glass is in Chartres Cathedral.
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Wiki-image of the Jesse Tree window is in the public domain.
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