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A Mustard Seed
by Piety Choi.
(40"x40"; mixed media
on a wooden panel)
Piety Choi presents this semi-abstract painting titled "A Mustard Seed". It is inspired by Jesus' parable of the mustard seed that all three synoptic gospels have preserved (Matt 13:31–32; Mark 4:30–32; Luke 13:18–19). The large red round image symbolizes the circle of life in which the people of the world engage and interact with one another. The darker shades represent the dying, whereas the crimson spots remind us of the élan vital. Come closer, for there are tiny seeds nested around the roots. They recall the pith of the parable in the triple gospel tradition, in which Jesus invites us to imagine how they will grow to provide the birds of the air with rest. One may well observe the flying creatures hovering from left to right. We all are invited as the members of the believing communities to come together and construct all good connections starting small yet with a grand vision of the wholeness of life. —Piety Choi
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