Who painted the image of the Lord of the Miracles?
Benito, a slave and resident of the Pachacamilla ranch in Magdalena, Lima, dedicated himself to treating the victims of a yellow fever epidemic that struck the city. He himself survived the plague and was freed by his master. Upon gaining his freedom, Benito began painting a fresco showing the cruicified Christ. As he painted, he was said to have received visions and hear celestial music. Upon completing the work, Benito died. His incorrupt body was found a few days later.
