Saint Paul c. 4 BCE-64

Capital: — The "Mystic Mill," probably the highest quality and most interesting of the Romanesque capitals in Vezelay Basilica, dating from c.1120-32. The highly symbolic scene shows Moses puring grain (the Old Testament) into a mill (Christ), which produces flour (the New Testament) that the Apostle Paul solemnly collects in a sack... Holly Hayes all photos →

Quick Facts

Index Name: Paul
Life Dates: c. 4 BCE-64
Culture/Nationality: Roman
Occupation(s): biblical figure, apostle

Article Info

Page Title: Saint Paul
Added By: Holly Hayes
Date Published: March 11, 2022
Last Updated: August 1, 2023