The delivery of the ten commandments. original Latin: "Traditio decem præceptorum"

A woodcut illustration depicts the biblical scene of Moses on Mount Sinai. Moses is shown from behind, kneeling and wearing flowing robes, with rays of light emanating from his head. He reaches upward with both hands toward a bank of clouds in the upper left corner, where the head and hands of God appear, handing down two arched stone tablets. The tablets are inscribed with stylized markings representing the Ten Commandments. The foreground and midground show a rocky landscape with a few trees, and the sky is filled with heavy clouds.

Moses receives the ten commandments. original German: "Moses empfahet die x. gebot"

Traditio decem præceptorum: Latin for the handing over of the ten commandments.
Decalogue: Another name for the Ten Commandments, derived from Greek meaning ten words.

The creation of man original Latin: "Creatio hominis"

A rectangular woodcut illustration depicts the creation of Eve. In the center, a nude Adam leans forward against a bank of earth. Behind him, God the Father is shown as a bearded elderly man. He wears a triple tiered papal tiara and ornate robes. God physically assists a nude Eve as she emerges from Adam's side. A radiant sunburst halo surrounds God's head. The scene is set in a lush landscape with tall, detailed trees and foliage.

The creation of man. original German: "Schöpffung des menschen"

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Saint Paul, the chosen vessel original Latin: "uas electionis," a biblical reference to the book of Acts, chapter 9, verse 15, by teaching and
writing, built up the Church,

A rectangular woodcut illustration shows Saint Paul. He is depicted as an elderly man with a long beard and a radiant halo. He sits at a desk and writes in a large book with a quill. Various objects are scattered around him. These include more books and what appears to be tools or materials for his trade. In the background, there is an architectural structure featuring classical columns. The image symbolizes the Apostle Paul's dual life of spiritual authorship and manual labor.

Saint Paul served the Christian Church
with writing and teaching,

Chosen vessel: A theological title for Paul. It signifies that he was specifically selected by God to spread the Gospel.
Labor: This refers to Paul's trade as a tentmaker. He famously worked with his hands so as not to be a financial burden to the early Christian communities.