"The Rose of Sharon" by Vonnie Kohn, inspirational, floral, Biblical painting

As we near the time of Valentine's Day, it seems that a  painting of love is in order. This is a painting with two ideas juxtaposed together. One is an image of the actual wild rose found in the desert areas of Israel & the Middle East. The other is the idea of our Savior, Jesus Christ, who is referred to as the "Rose of Sharon." The Song of Solomon 2:1 reads,  "I am the rose of Sharon and the lily of the valleys."  In the New Testament, Bible scholars agree that this is also a symbol of Christ and His Church.

I was inspired by the idea that the "real" Rose passed by these beautiful flowers as He set forth to establish His kingdom in our hearts, as was promised to the prophets.

Colored Pencil on Bristol board
16 x 20" .....SOLD

"Yeshua", Oil Painting by Vonnie Kohn

"Yeshua"

5 x 7"

Oil on board
Framed in Ornate Gold

$ 150

The prophet Isaiah is known as the "prophet of the Messiah" because of several writings which foretold of a coming savior for his people. His (the Messiah) was a "celebration of life." This particular scroll is chosen from Isaiah, chapter 53. The name of the Messiah is not mentioned, but the description of Him says, "He shall grow up before him as a tender plant, He has no form nor comeliness; and when we shall see Him, there is no beauty that we should desire Him." The passage goes on to describe His person as one of a "suffering servant" who will give His life willingly for us. His ultimate sacrifice promised a great reward.

I chose to portray this Messiah juxtaposed over the portion of the Torah scroll in Isaiah 53 where He is described. May we honor His sacrifice by celebrating the fullness of Life!

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