Deësis refers to an image of
A) the Holy Family
B) the Holy Ghost
C) God, Mary, and Christ
D) Christ, Mary, and John the Baptist
E) God, Christ, and John the Baptist

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Deësis is a Byzantine iconographic style that depicts Christ, Mary, and John the Baptist. The figure of Christ is shown as the judge, with Mary and John the Baptist as intercessors on behalf of humanity. This image was commonly used in churches as a way to inspire devotion and prayer.

Deësis Refers to an Image of