An exceptional window, it illustrates Paul preaching to the philosophers at the Areopagus in Athens (Acts 17 v23). He draws attention to the fact that they are so religious that they even have an altar to an unknown God. He then goes on to say that what they worship as unknown, “Him declare I unto you.” He then tells them about the Creator God who enables those who seek to find him and repent of their wrongdoing. Among those who believed were Dionysius and Damaris, both of whom are represented in the tableau. By using words from II Corinthians 5 v 17 the artists are endeavouring to increase our understanding of the change that is being brought about in the lives of believers through their relationship with Christ.

This beautifully painted window pays a worthy tribute to Revd. Goold’s preaching ministry. The Greek text on the window makes it one of only four in Edinburgh to be inscribed in such a manner.

Designed by: Margaret Chilton and Marjorie Kemp dated 1928

Dedicated to: James Gilchrist Goold who was minister from 1914–1923