Controversial Jesus Painting Removed from Sydney Exhibition After Protests

Artist Philjames' depiction of Jesus with Looney Tunes faces sparks fierce debate over artistic freedom and religious respect.

The painting, 'Jesus Speaks to the Daughters of Jerusalem,' was pulled from the Blake Art Prize exhibition after threats of violence.
Philjames' work, which overlays Jesus and biblical figures with cartoon faces, faced backlash from conservative Christian groups.
Liverpool Mayor Ned Mannoun ordered the removal, citing community outrage and safety concerns.
The incident has ignited discussions on the balance between freedom of expression and respect for religious beliefs.
Philjames expressed concern that the removal sets a troubling precedent for artistic censorship.