Christ Heals the Two Blind Men c. 1576 - 1580

Léonard Gaultier’s engraving illustrates Christ healing two blind men, a scene laden with symbolic weight. The laying on of hands—a gesture central to this biblical narrative—resonates deeply with humanity’s longing for divine intervention. Notice how Christ's touch revives not only sight but also insight; a motif echoed across cultures, from ancient healing rituals to modern spiritual practices. Consider the hand, a primal instrument of creation and destruction, as seen in the hands of gods bestowing blessings or wielding thunderbolts. Even in the darkest of times, this image becomes a wellspring of hope and faith, mirroring our collective need for redemption and offering a potent reminder of the enduring power of belief to transcend temporal suffering. The emotional and psychological impact of this engraving lies in its capacity to evoke a deep sense of empathy and recognition.