Der Papst und Kirchenvater Gregor der Große von Engeln umgeben 

Ludovico Carracci rendered this drawing of Pope Gregory the Great surrounded by angels, employing sanguine. Note the dove hovering above Gregory, a classical symbol of the Holy Spirit, embodying divine inspiration. We see it echoed through time—from ancient Roman depictions of Venus, accompanied by doves as emblems of love and peace, to its adoption in early Christian art. The dove appears in various contexts, like the story of Noah, where its return with an olive branch symbolizes renewed hope. Consider how this symbol evolves: its persistent presence reveals a collective yearning for spiritual guidance, peace, and reconciliation. Observe too, Gregory's humble, kneeling posture, reflecting his deep devotion. These motifs engage us on a subconscious level, triggering a sense of reverence and reflection. The cyclical journey of the dove, with its shifting yet enduring resonance, shows how symbols resurface across history, adapting and embodying new layers of meaning, while retaining the fundamental essence that continues to speak to the human soul.