Heartfelt Story Behind Albrecht Dürer's 'Praying Hands'

German artist Albrecht Dürer's pen and ink drawing, 'Praying Hands', is one of the best-known works of art in the world. Two brothers wanted to study art. To decide who would get the first opportunity, they tossed a coin. Albrecht studied art while his brother worked in the mines to support him. After four years, when Albrecht returned to his village, he saw his brother's gnarled, work-ruined hands. These were the hands that had supported him, but they could no longer hold a paintbrush. Albrecht was so moved that he sketched his brother's hands, the "Praying Hands", in thanks for his self-sacrifice. In this program, we follow in the footsteps of Albrecht Dürer into the world of the Renaissance and reflect on his masterpiece and the importance of prayer.
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[@jennyrivera9064]

A beautiful touching story- of brotherly love, sacrifice, and gratitude. God bless Pr Gary for sharing an inspiring part of history.

[@iceblinkmender]

it's a myth. not a real story.

[@naturesdose]

Touching and inspiring story of Albrecht Dürer. I would like to thank Mr. Kent who narrated the entire episode so well followed by the steps to strengthen our relationship with God through fervent prayers.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Thank you for your heartfelt feedback. We are truly humbled when we receive such kind words. May God bless you

[@markaurelius61]

I've know about Albrecht Dürer since the 1970s when I studied German, and his Praying Hands is very well known. But that story is great, I had never heard it before.

[@ManuelRodriguez-it2rd]

Thank you for sharing a little bit a history and encourage prayer.

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Great work Pastor Gary Kent et.,al. God bless you and keep you going

[@chris-tfs9074]

A beautifully inspiring story of sacrifice & Brotherly LOVE for, just as Christ gave His life for the WHOLE world! 🙏❤🙏

[@starsrhi2335]

This story was touching as well powerful. Thank you for the history, and for the spiritual blessing learned by these two brothers.

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Beautiful story

[@iceblinkmender]

it's a fake story though.

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Ty for this video.

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Oh, if I could give this 1000 thumbs up 👆 ❤

[@peetblignaut7089]

What a deep and solid message once more. I waa so surprise to hear the history of the praying hands. Thank you so much fot the TIJ. May God bless you Gary. Peet🐝
PS I want to encourage with the prayer list also time to listen to the voice of God via the indwelling voice of the Holy Spirit in dialogue like you say to a friend.

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Thank you for this inspirational program! Very informative and helpful.

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What a helpful inspiring & well produced program - Thanx heaps Gary & team & may God bless you richly.

[@TheIncredibleJourney]

Glad you enjoyed it. We really appreciate the feedback. Blessings

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I love this channel so much! All the wonderful history lessons that you just wouldn't hear anywhere else in Christian format.

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thank you 🙏

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Gott ist groBartig.

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Thank you - this was beautiful!

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An interesting story.😁👍

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