Homage to Jesus' Penis - A Visual Essay

A survey of Christian art reveals a long and widespread tradition of worshiping the genitals of Jesus Christ.

This week’s post is a little different. Normally, I’m more of a word guy; but on today’s subject, it really is true that a picture is worth a thousand words — and that’s especially true, given the fact that today’s pictures come from some true masters of European art.

Let’s take a look at these artworks together to discuss their content and context, and …