Painting The Face Of Christ
Illustration
by Michael P. Green

Anger is often more harmful than the injury that caused it. Legend has it that when Leonardo da Vinci was working on his painting “The Last Supper” and became angry with a certain man. Losing his temper, he lashed the other fellow with bitter words. Returning to his canvas, Leonardo attempted to work on the face of Jesus but was so upset he could not compose himself for the painstaking work. Finally he put down his tools and sought out the subject of his wrath and asked his forgiveness. The man accepted his apology and Leonardo was able to return to his workshop and finish painting the face of Jesus.

Baker Books, 1500 Illustrations for Biblical Preaching, by Michael P. Green