Rosh Hashanah Akedah is a painting by Marlene Burns which was uploaded on July 2nd, 2010.
Rosh Hashanah Akedah
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Original - Sold
Price
$2,100
Dimensions
36.000 x 36.000 x 1.500 inches
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Title
Rosh Hashanah Akedah
Artist
Marlene Burns
Medium
Painting
Description
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Rosh HaShanah Akedah
The Binding of Isaac
This image is an expression of one High Holy Day Torah portion
that is chanted, telling the story of the binding of Isaac (the Akedah).
The Akedah was the tenth and final trial that G-d presented to Abraham.
The first trials are shown as imperfect orbs, building
momentum as they approach the red orb, the final trial.
The black column running through the center of the image represents
the moment of silence between the two words when the angels called out,
"Avraham...Avraham!"
During this moment, Abraham was transformed from
having blind faith in G-d, to having perfect faith.
Abraham's lack of understanding G-d's will through
His request, transitioned into complete understanding.
The contrast of mind set is represented by the opposing sides of
the black column. The left side is filled with trials; the right side
shows Abraham's perfect faith, symbolized by the perfect circle.
The viewer is directed to this image of perfect faith through the
twisted lines of the ram's horn (shofar) as it references the ram
that was sacrificed in place of Abraham's son, as told in the Akedah.
Uploaded
July 2nd, 2010
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Comments (22)
Brian Tada
Marlene, what a beautiful portrait of a profound passage of the Torah, both retrospective and prophetic. The colors, elements and symbolism are woven together into a masterful work of art with deep spiritual meaning. A definite favorite. Shanah Tovah 5780! F/L
Marlene Burns replied:
Brian, thank you so much for your kind words! I chant this story on Rosh Hashanah and my collector who purchased the painting does the same in his synagogue!
Marlene Burns
Shanah Tovah to all of my Jewish friends on FAA.....May the new year 5773 bring you a year of good health, happiness and prosperity.May you be written and sealed in the Book of Life as you return, by forgiving those who have wronged you
Michael Friedman
What a beautiful interpretation of this most difficult story!
Marlene Burns replied:
very difficult, yes...this original was sold to a man who chants this portion on the high holy days...
Joy DiNardo Bradley DiNardo Designs
Congratulations on your sale Marlene!! Fav!
Marlene Burns replied:
joy! thank you SO very much!! I am thrilled...it's going to a very good home!
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