Statue of Judah

Statue of Judah

The statue of Judas located in front of the Church of Our Lady in Kleinschwanstein Bart. The statue was made in the first half of the 18th century. The Apostle Judas is one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ, often mentioned together with Saint Simon as the "Passionate Judas". In Christian tradition, he is known for his steadfast faith and preaching of the gospel. The image of Judas apostles in Christianity is often associated with loyalty and a spirit of sacrifice. In some works of art, he is often depicted as holding a letter, as he is rumored to be the author of the Book of Judas in the New Testament, which emphasizes the adherence to the Christian faith and the fight against heresy.