A Tour of Holy Name Cathedral
North State Street at Superior Street,  Chicago  Illinois

 

8. Sanctuary Panels of the Holy Name

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Above the Cathedra on the rear wall of the Cathedral Sanctuary are five bronze panels representing the Holy Name of Jesus, designed by Attilio Selva. From the left: Simeon contemplating the Infant Savior, whom Mary presents in the Temple; the divine origin of the name, depicting the Mystery of the Trinity and an angel carrying the monogram of Christ to earth; the Risen Christ proclaimed as Lord; the Presentation of Jesus in the Temple, showing Mary and Joseph presenting the Child for circumcision and naming (click the image, below, for a more detailed view) . On the right, the Holy Name and Priesthood of Jesus, with Christ adorned in vestments presenting the chalice to all people.

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Holy Name Cathedral
735 North State Street
Chicago, IL 60611
312.787.8040
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