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The Annunciation (Painting)

The Annunciation painting depicts the biblical moment when the Angel Gabriel announces to the Virgin Mary that she will give birth to Jesus, the Son of God. Typically, the scene shows Gabriel approaching Mary, often in a domestic or serene setting, delivering the divine message with gestures or gestures of reverence. This event symbolizes humility, obedience, and the divine intervention in human history. Artists use symbolism, such as lilies for purity and rays of light representing the Holy Spirit, to highlight the spiritual significance of this moment of divine communication and Mary’s acceptance.