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English
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The Christus Legacy
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Sandy, UT
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Leatherwood Press
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104
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The Christus statue is recognized all over the world as a beloved icon for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. But not many know the incredible story of this prominent image that was born in a centuries-old church in Copenhagen, Denmark. Who was the original artist? How was it pulled out of obscurity centuries later? The history of this famous statue includes the account of an inspired sculptor and the personal passion of key individuals who made it possible for this work of art to be so well embraced. In The Christus Legacy, LDS scholar Matthew Richardson powerfully relates the little-known story of this beautiful statue. [Back cover summary]