Isaac
Blesses Jacob
5th century, with
medieval and modern restorations
Mosaic
Nave,
Santa Maria Maggiore, Rome
In the upper image, Isaac on his deathbed gives his blessing to the son
who he thinks is Esau, but who is actually Jacob. Rebecca, who managed
the ruse, stands to the right in a red wrap. Entering from the right is
Esau, who in the (damaged) lower image asks for his blessing. See Genesis
27:1-42 (cached).
This
is part of the
extensive series of Old Testament scenes portrayed in mosaics along the
two walls of the nave. Click here for
links to several of the others.
More of Jacob
Photographed at the
site by Richard Stracke