The tree of Jesse

The Tree of Jesse is a dipiction in art of the ansestors of Christ, shown in a tree which rises from Jesse of Bethlehem, father of King David. It origanates in a passage in the biblical book of Isaiah. Jesus is part of the tree in the Gospel of luke and the Gospel of Matthew. The Tree of Jesse can be seen on stain-glass windows and many other mairials and objects. The Tree of Jesse now to modern Christians is represnted by many as a christmas tree.

By Agatha Hopkins Indigo Class:)