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Reflections from the Artist’s Studio

Editor’s note:  Each month we feature the Judaica-themed work of an artist affiliated with the Jewish Renewal movement. […]

artistmarlene June 5, 2013 Artworks, Books, General Interest, Poetry, Piyyutim and Prayers

Aishet Chayil: Woman of Valor

"An accomplished woman, who can find? Her value is far beyond pearls." This image is an expression of a 3,000 year old hymn outlining the all-encompassing virtues of a woman of valor. The Book of Proverbs concludes with this 22 versed, acrostic poem. The conclusion of the hymn states that a woman's deeds are the ultimate testimony to her greatness. Traditionally, Aishet Chayil is recited in Jewish homes when Shabbat is welcomed on Friday evening. This tribute is often interpreted as a metaphor for the Sabbath Queen, the Torah, the Shechina (G-d's feminine aspect) and the soul. The multi-layered orb represents the depth of a woman of valor with her many accomplishments and abilities. Pearls are found throughout the design to remind us of the value of such a woman. They also form the top of a crown, alluding to the Sabbath Queen as well as the author, King Solomon. The flowing lines remind us that life, strength and spirituality flow through this source, a woman of valor. In contrast to the lyrical movement, the vertical shafts in red anchor the woman to the ultimate source, Adonai.
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  “An accomplished woman, who can find? Her value is far beyond pearls.”   This image is an […]

artistmarlene May 7, 2013 Artworks, General Interest, Poetry, Piyyutim and Prayers

PASSOVER: May Eretz Mitzrayim

Passover May Eretz Mitzrayim “I am the Lord, your G-d who took you out of the land of […]

artistmarlene March 27, 2013 Artworks, General Interest

Purim: Feast Of Lots

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By Marlene Burns PURIM: FEAST OF LOTS This image is an expression of the festive Jewish holiday called […]

artistmarlene February 20, 2013 Artworks, Poetry, Piyyutim and Prayers, Purim

“V’Ahavtah…and you shall love…”

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V’Ahavtah   “And you shall love the Lord, your G-d, with all of your heart,  with all of […]

artistmarlene January 22, 2013 General Interest, Poetry, Piyyutim and Prayers
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