Leonardo's Last Supper

Leonardo's Last Supper

Author: Bedtime History January 7, 2026 Duration: 7:29
The Last Supper is one of the most famous paintings in the world, created by Leonardo da Vinci in the late 1400s. It shows the moment Jesus tells his twelve disciples that one of them will betray him, capturing their shock and emotion. The painting covers an entire wall in a monastery in Milan, Italy. Over the centuries, it has been damaged and restored many times, but it remains a masterpiece of art and storytelling. This episode explores how Leonardo painted it, the meaning behind the scene, and why it continues to amaze viewers today. 👉 Try Cocomelon Sing & Play for Free on your smart TV Volley App 👉 Head to ⁠⁠MarleySpoon.com/offer/bedtimehistory⁠⁠ for up to 25 FREE meals! 📖 We published our first book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Explorer Society: World's Fair Conspiracy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎉 Check out our new show, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bedtime Safari⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! 📢 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Donate via Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a shout-out! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📺⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠500+ YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Videos⁠

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Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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