Wednesday, June 1, 2011

The Missionary and The Medicine Man

Frederick Remington captured more than a scene from the 'wild west' in his painting The Missionary and The Medicine Man. It is the collision of cultures and beliefs and in the midst of the collision stands The Missionary.
The Missionary is not one of them, yet he is liked. He is trusted. He is welcomed into their midst - even into their suffering.
Crucifix in hand, in love and with great faith he intercedes.