the happiest season / 2011

Title: Christmas Violin
Size: 24 inches in diameter
Medium: Mixed Media
Artist: betsisanders 2011

The Wreath ... symbolizes the real nature of love. Real love never ceases, like God's love which has no beginning or end. Its circular shape represents eternity, the unending cycle of life, everlasting life.

The Holly ... its branches has thorns which represent the thorns on Jesus' crown when He was crucified. The bright red holly berries symbolize Jesus' blood that was shed for us.

Santa Claus ... symbolizes the generosity and kindness we feel during the month of December.

The Candle ... symbolizes that Christ is the light of the world, and when we see the great Light, we are reminded of Jesus who fills our lives with light.

The Christmas Tree .... tannenbaum, s German word for fir tree, is often translated into English as Christmas Tree. The fir tree's green color remains green all year round, represents everlasting hope of mankind. Its needles point upward or 'heaven' ward, which is man's thoughts turning toward heaven.

The Nativity Scene .. is a depiction of Jesus' birth in a manger, inlcuding His parents, Mary & Joseph. It may also include a shepherd, the three Kings,and an angel. In most cases, an ox and a donkey are included, which represent the people of Israel and the Gentiles.

The Angel.... announced the glorious news of the Savior's birth.












The Gingerbread Man... makes its appearance during the most wonderful season. The gingerbread man is a biscuit with a ginger flavor in the shape of a person. Our gingerbread men stuffed toys hang in our tree this season.