This painting by Nicolas Poussin shows a powerful moment. Saints Peter and John heal a lame man. He sits on the steps, unable to walk. The colors of the scene are rich and warm. Poussin uses light effectively. It creates a sense of divinity and hope. The people around the main figures express various reactions. Their faces show amazement and joy. This emphasizes the miraculous event. The composition is well organized. Figures are arranged in a semi-circle. There is a balance between the background and the foreground. This balance brings harmony to the painting. Poussin's focus on classical themes shows his admiration for order and clarity.
B1 · Intermediate · 106 words · ~1 min
Nicolas Poussin · 1655 · Oil on canvas · The Met

The Healing of the Lame Man by Saints Peter and John
Word notebook · B1
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- powerful
- Strong and having great influence.
- miraculous
- Amazing and not usual.
- composition
- The way parts are arranged together.
- divinity
- The quality of being divine or god-like.
- admiration
- Respect and approval.















































