Gideon's Spring, Israel
by Brian Tada
Title
Gideon's Spring, Israel
Artist
Brian Tada
Medium
Photograph - Digital Photograph, Hdr, Photo-painting
Description
This is a close-up of the location where Gideon chose his 300 men who would do battle with 135,000 Midianites.
In spite of overwhelmingly insurmountable odds, by faith Gideon obeyed what God instructed him to do. As a result, his small band of warriors won a great victory for the Lord and Israel (see Judges 6-7).
I took this photo during my Holy Land pilgrimage in November 2009. What a thrilling experience it was to reverently cup my hands in these historic waters from the same spring as Gideon's men did over 3,000 years ago. The Bible truly comes alive in living color!
My Messianic rabbi shared an outstanding message during a recent Shabbat service which taught how God looks beyond our present circumstances and sees us as mighty men and women of valor capable of great exploits for His Kingdom.
When we do our part to trust and obey God, the results -- like in Gideon's case -- will be life-changing and history-making.
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Honored and grateful to God and thankful to the group hosts for graciously featuring this image on the home page of the Fine Art America groups::
* CHRISTIAN THEME ARTWORK GROUP, 09.14.16
* IMAGES THAT EXCITE YOU, 09.17.16
* WISCONSIN FLOWERS AND SCENERY, 09.18.16
* HDR PHOTOGRAPHY, 09.22.16
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Artwork notes::
On my original photograph, I applied two separate HDR processes and a separate painterly effect to bring out the details and rich colors of this historic location.
This image would look stunning ordered as a metal print. Greeting cards (quantity discounts available in packs of 10 or 25) and household items with this image are also available. Please see the ordering options on this page for more details. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
Embedded in the top right-hand corner is the Hebrew acronym for "B'ezras Hashem" [ב ס " ד] meaning "with God's help". It is a reminder to me as an artist and photographer of my dependence on the Almighty, the Originator of all creativity. This is a similar acknowledgement used by great artists like Johann Sebastian Bach and George Frideric Handel who signed their work with the Latin phrase, "Soli Deo gloria" which means, "Glory to God alone".
Photo copyright © 2016 Brian Tada. All rights reserved. To the glory of God. Downloading, duplicating, unauthorized online displaying, distributing and/or altering this image in any way is prohibited without the express written permission of the photographer, Brian Tada. Licensing of this image is available; please inquire for more information.
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Comments (28)
Bonnie Mason
Beautifully done! How awesome to be there! LF
Brian Tada replied:
Bonnie, visiting Israel for me is THE trip of a lifetime! Hope you get the chance to go!
Catalina Walker
So incredible Brian! So much history here, I love this place...You have photographed Israel so well, like no other, Brian!!!. :) l/f/tw
Brian Tada replied:
Thank you very much for your kind words and support, Catalina! To God be the glory! I love Israel!
Karen Adams
A very inspiring place and a wonderful image full of The Spirit!.....vf
Brian Tada replied:
Thank you very much, Karen, for your kind words and fave! I truly felt the precious presence of the Holy Spirit at Gideon's Spring and everywhere I toured in Israel... indeed, THE trip of a lifetime!
Morris Finkelstein
Beautiful photograph and Description of an ancient site in Israel, which is full of history, Brian! F/L
Brian Tada replied:
Morris, thank you very much for your wonderful comment, fave and like on "Gideon's Spring", greatly appreciated!
Lisa Kilby
Wonderful capture, details, and description, Brian! Truly a pilgrimage to cherish for a lifetime! l/f
Brian Tada replied:
Thank you so much, Lisa! Greatly appreciate your kind words, like and fave, thank you! Visiting the Holy Land was truly the trip of a lifetime... can hardly wait to visit again. God bless you!
Jim Fitzpatrick
Wonderful capture! fv
Brian Tada replied:
Thank you so much, Jim! Appreciate very much your support and fave. It was truly an honor to see this in person. Blessings!
I'ina Van Lawick
Wonderful, restful feeling to this amazing image, and the time through the ages for which it stands. Nature perseveres and brings us back to the tranquility of the inner self. L/F
Brian Tada replied:
Thank you very much, I'ina, for your poetic and beautiful commentary! This was truly one of many highlights, exploring the history of Israel. So very cool the accounts read in the Bible have real historic connections to The Land. So grateful for your visit and like/fave, too! Blessings!
Susan Esbensen
Inspiring and powerful image/description Brian!
Brian Tada replied:
Much heart-felt gratitude, Susan! So glad you like "Gideon's Spring", thanks for commenting and stopping by! Blessings!
Anita Faye
Such a beautiful capture, love the colors and lighting. Glorious description and encouragement for God's people ;) Blessings to you!
Brian Tada replied:
Thank you very much, Anita, for your kind words on the image and description, so greatly appreciated! God bless you, too!
Sandi OReilly
Fantastic capture and great that you shared Gideon's story, Brian!! Beautiful!! F/L
Brian Tada replied:
Sandi, thank you for your lovely words and fave/like, too! So glad you liked Gideon's story, truly an inspiration for us now as then. God's Word is indeed timeless... Many thank-you's for your support. Blessings!
Judy Vincent
Wonderful capture Brian! Must have been an awesome trip!
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Judy, thank you for your wonderful kind words! Yes, Israel is truly the trip of a lifetime...life-changing! God bless you!
Geraldine Scull
Great texture, wonderful composition and fantastic find !
Brian Tada replied:
Thank you so much, Geraldine, for your lovely commentary! The Holy Land is truly a remarkable place to explore. Blessings!
Lucinda Walter
Oh, this is so beautiful. Love your work here! l/f
Brian Tada replied:
Lucinda, thank you so much for your beautiful words and like/fave, too! Israel is awesome! Blessings to you!
Donna Kennedy
Fabulous image and such interesting history Brian!...F/L
Brian Tada replied:
Hi Donna, thank you for your kind words and F/L support! Yes, it was awesome touching history there in Israel! Blessings!
Hazel Holland
Love the warm colors and textures in this stunning capture of Gidwon's Spring, Brian! L/F
Brian Tada replied:
Hazel, thank you so much for your kind words, like and fave! Coming from an outstanding artist like yourself, your support is truly an honor. God bless you and your beautiful artistry!
Randy Rosenberger
I am very happy that you provided this fine piece of art to share with your fellow artists and all potential customers out there. This is a very worthy piece of beauty and is deserving of being Featured in the Wisconsin Flowers and Scenery group. LIKED & FAVED Randy B. Rosenberger WFS group administrator
Brian Tada replied:
Mr. Rosenberger, thank you very much for your most kind words on "Gideon's Spring" and for the honor of featuring it on the home page of your marvelous group, WISCONSIN FLOWERS AND SCENERY on Fine Art America. This is greatly appreciated, and thank you for your gracious like and fave, too! Many heart-felt thank-you's for your outstanding leadership and support of fellow artists. God bless you abundantly!
Anand Swaroop Manchiraju
Excellent colors, textures,light, and a wonderful composition!! L/F
Brian Tada replied:
Anand, thanks so much for your outstanding comment and like/fave, too! It was truly an emotional and uplifting experience "re-living" this scene as I prepared it for sale. Thank you for encouragement. God bless you!
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