St. Luke Window, Right lancet, pane D Schematic
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St. Luke Window: Right Lancet, medallion D

The presentation of the Christ Child (S. Luke II.20: "mine eyes have seen thy salvation ..."). In the temple, the aged and pious Simeon holds the Christ Child, watched by Mary, and thanks God for having seen the Messiah (Nunc Dimittis). The menorah symbolizes Jesus' Jewish origin and his future as "a light to lighten the Gentiles" (St. Luke II.32). The caged doves are the traditional offering of the poor (S. Luke II.24). The medallion is among the most beautiful in the Gospel series.

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