A Gallery of Reflections: The Nativity of Christ

by Richard Harries

Richard Harries, Bishop of Oxford, brings together his love of art and his Christian faith in a book that takes readers deeper into the Christmas story. Over 30 paintings, icons and sculptures are included, representing many different ages and cultures. The author shares his insights - artistic, historical, spiritual - in a way which captures the mystery and wonder of the nativity.

92 pages, Hardcover

First published October 1, 1995

About the author

Richard Douglas Harries, Baron Harries of Pentregarth (1936–2026), was a bishop of the Church of England and a British Army officer. He was the Bishop of Oxford from 1987 to 2006. From 2008 until 2012 he was the Gresham Professor of Divinity.

Reviews

[Stacie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a nice way to spend the Advent season. Looking at works of art and reading connected writings within the text of a book.

[Marjorie Snyder · Rating 3 out of 5]

An armchair trip to the National Gallery with an Oxford Bishop. Art from some other places is also included. Nice company :-)