“Hosanna! Let the Light Shine In”
"Hosanna! Let the Light Shine In" is the next in the "Spiritual Awakenings" collection.
It's based on Psalm 119:105, "Your word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path."
My great grandma, who I never met, was Jewish, but I recall my very first best-friends, who lived two houses down, had a Bubba who lit the menorah candles Friday evenings, no matter the time of year, before the Shabbat dinner. (My family rarely ate together, so I loved this tradition and was fascinated with it.)
This is my attempt to portray a sacred tradition; it seems to represent a bridge between past and present, earthly and divine blessing, a moment suspended in holiness.
For those not familiar, let me explain: The word, "Hosanna! " is a cry of praise and deliverance—and invites us into a moment of both reverence and rejoicing. It's meant not only as a scene of sacred ritual, but also one of hope and spiritual remembrance.
The light in the reference photo, from the last rays of the sun, literally and figuratively begins the special sabbath observances, illuminated by an element of what I'd call, divine presence.
The traditional act of lighting the candles is a beautiful, symbolic invocation that, in effect, says: "Let the light shine in..." into our hearts, our homes, and a world, which is often shrouded in shadow. The flames are literal and symbolic: the light of faith, of remembrance, and of coming redemption.
The golden light that drapes over the hands, is a visual echo of that invitation. It reminds us about the belief that even the smallest flame can break the darkness with sacred purpose.😊
The model's hands are strong and mature. For me, they represent the generations who have held and passed down this light. I see strength and humility in these hands—as a continuation and a plea, as if saying, "Remember."
The art critic said, "The beams of light that slice through the blue suggest an open heaven, as if the light kindled on earth is being mirrored or even answered from above."
When I showed this piece to a friend, she said, "It feels like a visual prayer." 🙏
What do you think?
My hope is that, together, this piece delivers a message of hope: that in times of darkness, we are invited to cry, "Hosanna!," to welcome salvation, and to let the light shine in.
Original Oil on Canvas
14" H x 18" W x 0.75"
Price: $1500
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