“And Jesus Wept” is an outdoor sculpture that stands as a poignant part of the Oklahoma City National Memorial, serving as a somber tribute to the lives lost and affected by the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing. Installed across from the Memorial in downtown Oklahoma City, the statue is a powerful representation of grief and reflection. It features Jesus with his head bowed and shedding tears, symbolizing the sorrow felt by the community and the nation following the tragic event (Wikipedia; The Oklahoman).

The sculpture is located near the intersection of Harvey Avenue and NW 5th Street, and it adjoins the site of the Memorial, adding a spiritual dimension to the area dedicated to remembrance and healing. Visitors to the site can find the statue standing with its back to the memorial, with Jesus’ right hand over his face, embodying the scripture’s message of compassion and empathy (HMDB; Facebook).

The statue “And Jesus Wept” was placed by the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City, and it is situated outside St. Joseph Old Cathedral, which is directly across from where the bombing occurred. It serves as a contemplative space for individuals to honor those who were lost and to reflect on the impact of the bombing (Alamy).