The spiritual context, however, builds on the concept of imperial organization being sanctioned by God. The painting can also be viewed as an allusion to Christ's triumph over Satan (spiritual) or the victory of a ruler over an adversary (secular).
The spiritual context emphasizes the idea that imperial authority is granted by God. The painting, however, can be interpreted in two ways: one as a representation of Christ's victory over Satan (a spiritual theme) or as a depiction of a ruler's triumph over an opponent (a secular theme).