This anthology contains a selection of 50 prayers from sources ancient & modern. There are prayers for every occasion: praising God asking for forgiveness interceding for family & friends for people throughout the world & for inner strength & peace. Each prayer is illuminated with a detail from a painting which is chosen from one of the worlds great art museums renowned for collections of religious painting. The colours & fine detail of the medieval Renaissance & later artists provides a touchstone for contemplation. Artists featured include: Giotto Raphael Titian Botticelli Poussin & Vermeer. The paintings come from museums & galleries including: the National Gallery London; the National Gallery of Scotland Edinburgh; the Louvre Paris; Galleria degli Uffizi Florence; & the Prado Madrid.