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| The Dormition(Assumption) of the Virgin, Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow |
Mary's soul, dressed in pure white, is depicted in a sitting position, with her hands put together in a sign of prayer. Christ is holding the soul not in a mother-like fashion, but as if he was showing it to everyone. He is showing the viewer the path to sanctity through purity and prayer.more details at Rollins.edu
Here's a more recent adaption:
