The creation of Adam painting

Question 1

Where can the creation of Adam painting be found?

Answer 1

Vatican in Rome

Question 2

What does the painting show?

Answer 2

The painting shows ideas about what God is like and what humans are like. It shows that humans are dependant on God.

Question 3

Outstretched hands.

Answer 3

God is shown almost touching Adam with outstretched hands.
This shows that God is the omnipotent creator of life.

Question 4

Adam mirroring God.

Answer 4

This shows humans are made in imago dei meaning that life is sacred, holy and belongs to God.

Question 5

evidence in Genesis

Answer 5

God made manking in his image
God breathed life into adam’s nostrils

Question 6

how can this change a catholics life?

Answer 6

Catholics will look at paintings like the creation of Adam and reflect on the themes shown within it, such a protecting all life. This may inspire them to campaign for peace, not war.

Catholics will use the artwork to help them to focus during prayer time and worship, where they will thank God for creating life.