
Wings of Refuge with Scripture

by Brian Tada
Title
Wings of Refuge with Scripture
Artist
Brian Tada
Medium
Photograph - Digital Photograph, Digital Art, Mixed Media
Description
A great blue heron (Ardea herodias) makes a majestic statement with water streaming from its feet as it seeks higher ground at a wildlife refuge near San Francisco Bay. This version features the comforting words of Psalm chapter 91, verse 4 superimposed on the image.
The largest of the North American herons, great blue herons attain a height of up to 54 inches (138 cm) and a wingspan of up to 79 inches (201 cm). Their habitat ranges from Alaska, Canada and the Pacific coast east to Florida and south to Mexico and South America.
Their exquisite plumage reminds me of Psalm 91, which promises safety and security for those who place their trust in God::
“He who dwells in the shelter of Elyon,
will abide in the shadow of Shaddai.
I will say of Adonai,
'He is my refuge and my fortress,
my God, in whom I trust.'
For He will rescue you from the hunter’s trap
and from the deadly pestilence.
He will cover you with His feathers,
and under His wings you will find refuge.
His faithfulness is body armor and shield.”
Psalm 91:1-4 (Tree of Life Version [TLV])
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Artwork notes:
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".
Scripture taken from the Holy Scriptures, Tree of Life Version. Copyright © 2011, 2012, 2013 by the Messianic Jewish Family Bible Society. Used by permission of the Messianic Jewish Family Bible Society. "TLV" and "Tree of Life Version" and "Tree of Life Holy Scriptures" are trademarks registered in the United States Patent and Trademark office by the Messianic Jewish Family Bible Society.
Photo copyright © 2017 Brian Tada. To the glory of God. Downloading, distributing, displaying online and/or altering this image without the express written permission of the photographer is strictly prohibited. Licensing of this image is available; please inquire for details.
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September 11th, 2017
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Comments (165)

Cindy Treger
Brian, amazing shot and I love how you put the scripture under its wings. Psalm 91 is my favorite scripture as it holds ALL of God's promises to us. f/l
Brian Tada replied:
Cindy, thank you so much for your wonderful comments on this image and the Scripture, truly appreciated!

Christiane Behrmann
Meaningful and positive capture with words, Brian! Very uplifting message! The truth is always protecting us. I fall asleep each night within the wings of A.A.Michael around me.

Beverly Guilliams
Fabulous Art Piece Brien..............Massive Blessings my friend over Your Art Work.

Beverly Guilliams
revisiting...One of my Favorite Verses. Massive Blessings over Your Work.
Brian Tada replied:
Thank you, Beverly, for the honor of your revisit and kind words! God bless you!

Gary F Richards
Truly magnificent! Outstanding capture, lighting, shading, color and artwork! F/L… voted in the Hello 2021…contest

Renu S
So thoughtful...your gallery with all these colourful pictures of flora and birds and butterflies reveals a kind and compassionate soul , sharing and bringing to notice of others the immense beauty of god's creation around us. The messages in your art reach the soul...god bless!
Brian Tada replied:
Renu, thank you very much for your kind and gracious commentary on this image and message, greatly appreciated. God bless you!

Donna Kennedy
Excellent capture and scripture Brian, congratulations on your many features and views!!...L/T