Description
The Passion Typological Window
Delaporte no. 59, Deremble-Manhes no. 37
Panel 28: David (or Samson) kills a Lion
At left, David (or Samson) holds open the jaws of a lion standing at right. Below are four or more sheep. Medieval commentators compared Samson’s killing the lion to Christ’s victory over death, and David’s similar deed as showing how God protects his flock.
Subject
Cathédrale de Chartres--Pictorial works.;Church decoration and ornament--France--Chartres--Pictorial works.;Church architecture--France--Chartres--Pictorial works.;Christian art and symbolism--France--Chartres--Medieval, 500-1500--Pictorial works.
