| The Biblia Sacra was published in 1969 by Rizzoli of Rome. - SIGNATURE : printed in the image - SIZE : 19 x 13 3/4" or 48.26x34.93cm - REFERENCES : Michler and Lopsinger 1600, Field 69-3 - CONDITION : Excellent. New. Original. This is an illustrated book of the Bible in Vulgate. The Biblia Sacra was published in 1969 by Rizzoli of Rome. The lithographs are on a heavy paper and are signed in the plate. The Biblia Sacra lithographs were produced as illustrations for a new edition of the Bible. The Biblia Sacra suite consists of 105 color mixed-technique lithographs after 105 watercolor paintings created by Dali between 1963 and 1964. The Biblia Sacra works are a combination of offset lithography, continuous tone lithography, serigraphy (silkscreening) with application of varnishes and metallic inks. The works were “printed” on a heavy stock designed specifically to hold up to the various techniques used. Quality craftsmanship and artistry are evident in every Biblia Sacra work. The unique combination of multiple printing techniques gives these illustrations a richness and depth that resulted in works that are exceptionally true to the original paintings. Creator: Salvador Dalí (1904 - 1989, Spanish) |
BIBLIA SACRA 40
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This phrase refers to the Book of 2 Maccabees, a text in the Apocrypha that recounts the struggles of the Jewish people during the time of the Seleucid Empire. Specifically, it is part of the story of Eleazar, an elderly scribe who chooses to die rather than eat pork, which would defile him according to Jewish law.
The context for the quote is found in 2 Maccabees 6:30, where Eleazar, when asked to eat pork to save his life, responds:
“For it is better for me to die than to live, because I shall not violate the laws of my ancestors.”
Eleazar’s willingness to die rather than break the laws of the Jewish faith illustrates his deep commitment to his faith and his courage in the face of oppression. This moment also reflects the broader theme of faithful resistance under oppressive regimes, a significant aspect of Jewish history.
Dalí’s Interpretation in Sacra Biblia
In Dalí’s surreal interpretation, the sacrifice would be expressed through psychological depth, divine symbolism, and surreal transformations. Eleazar’s decision would not just be a physical act, but a cosmic moment of spiritual surrender.