St. Peter Holding the Keys - Rubens Annunciation-Early Life with eyes red from weeping

with eyes red from weeping and cheeks furrowed by tears

The figure of Christ on the Cross appears above the altar during the elevation

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St. Peter Holding the Keys - Rubens Annunciation-Early Life with eyes red from weepingThis portrait by Peter Paul Rubens shows Saint Peter, as Pope, holding the keys to the Kingdom of Heaven. The gold key, in Peter's right hand, symbolizes divine authority, while the silver key represents temporal authority. Royalty free Catholic art download St. Peter Holding the Keys Rubens is a restored Catholic artwork available as a high resolution digital image from Restored Traditions. It is designed for Catholic publishers, parishes, schools,