In 2022 a stunning new mural of The Last Supper has been unveiled in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel at Knock Basilica, a peaceful space where pilgrims can pray before the Blessed Sacrament. Created by artist Naomi McBride in consultation with Fr Richard Gibbons, the mural was specially designed to fit above the tabernacle and complement its Celtic artwork, originally created by Patrick McElroy. Inspired by the Book of Kells, Celtic knotwork and the work of Celtic design expert George Bain, the mural combines traditional Irish symbolism with a contemporary artistic style. At its centre, Christ holds the Eucharistic chalice, with Saints Peter and John beside him, while the Lamb of God appears above, symbolising Christ’s sacrifice. The apostles are shown around Jesus with meaningful symbols: Peter carries the crossed keys, John holds a quill and manuscript, and Judas Iscariot clutches the bag containing the thirty pieces of silver. A gilded gold-leaf background gives the entire scene a warm, luminous appearance in the soft light of the chapel.
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