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Located above the
gallery (balcony), these windows appear to exhibit an example of the
Christian Life for us to follow. The first panel entitled "Follow Me"
features a wonderful scene of fishermen at work. The second
features King Solomon dedicating the temple. This window is also
dedicated to Jesse Ketchum, who donated the original church property
in 1820. One should not confuse the central figure to be Jesse
Ketchum; it is of course, King Solomon. The window is a fitting
tribute to the worship of God, which is one of the primary functions
of the church. Situated at the back of the sanctuary, it is also the
window which the pastor sees more often than anyone else. The final
panel is entitled "Charity", and illustrates three scenes of charity,
as described by Christ in Matthew 25:35-6. These three window panels
were all originally installed when Knox Church Spadina was opened in
1909, and combined they leave a stunning impression that is worth the
trek up to the balcony to see up close.
Left Window (1909) - Follow Me
"Follow me" (Mark 1:17) Jesus in the purple robe for royalty
and the shepherd's crook on the left hand side is calling James and
John, Simon Peter, and Andrew. Jesus carries a heavy bag; He's
working, as are all the others. Note the boat, the sea of Galilee, and
the seagulls. Birds are medieval symbols for the soul set free.
Dedication: "In loving memory of Mr. and Mrs. William Farley (obit
1906-1907) Asleep in Jesus."
Centre Window (1909) - Worship
"The glory of the Lord filled the House" a window dedicated to
Jesse Ketchum. King Solomon here
dedicates the temple to the Lord. The Aureole streams down from above
- a symbol of God the Father. The ark of he covenant is brought in,
produce is brought in, people worship. Note the lamb in the foreground
- a symbol for Christ who will come later. One worshipper looks at it.
"And Solomon stood before the alter of the Lord"
Dedication: "In grateful remembrance of Jesse Ketchum who gave the
site for the erection of the first Knox Church, and lands for the
support of its ministers."
"The righteous shall be held in everlasting remembrance."
Right Window (1909) - Charity
(Matthew 25:35-36)
"I was hungered and ye gave me meat" Charity is shown as a woman.
"I was thirsty and ye gave me drink" It could be Jesus
receiving the drink.
"Naked and ye clothed me" Note the orange tree in the window -
a symbol of purity, chastity and generosity.
Dedication: "Erected by Donald Mackay in loving memory of his wife
Jane Maria Mackay (1909)" |
