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The inscription around the edge of Christ's halo is from the New Testament (Philippians, 2:10) and translates as 'That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth'. The inscription around the edge is from the New Testament (Philippians, 2:10). Christ is shown after (or during) the Mocking of Christ when he was crowned with thorns.
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The National Gallery, Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DN



