A Few Thoughts...

During church this morning I was particularly moved by the psalm we read and I've been thinking about it on and off for most of today. I have always gravitated toward a positive way of thinking or in the case of this psalm "the light." Mr. O calls me an ever-optimist, with the obligatory eye roll, natch.

I think this psalm particularly lends itself to illustration. However, I've spent much too much time this evening scouring the web for the perfect piece of art and I haven't found it...yet. So, instead I'll share a few that stood out to me... and of course the two verses in particular that I found most inspirational.

Psalm 139: 1-11, 22-23

11 If I say, “Surely the darkness shall cover me,
and the light about me be night,”
12 even the darkness is not dark to you;
the night is bright as the day,
for darkness is as light with you.

Rembrandt, St. Peter in Prison

Rembrandt, St. Paul in Prison

Fra Angelico, The Annunciation

Constance A. Barton, The Light of the World

I've always been intrigued by the idea of light and redemption and how they play against darkness and fear. Of course I subscribe to the idea that no matter what, you are never truly alone.

What do you think? The last painting boarders on the uncomfortable to me but I do find it thought provoking. And please, if you have a piece of art in mind, do share it with me! 

Cheers, 

Ouiser