Shouldering Burdens by Rose Datoc Dall

Shouldering Burdens by Rose Datoc DallAbout this Image: This painting is another father and son depiction full of parallel and foreshadowing. Parallel postures suggest the shadowing Jesus would have done while learning the trade of His earthly father, Joseph the carpenter. One can easily surmise that Joseph was a righteous and worthy Father, and Jesus very likely shadowed Joseph in example. In the image, each bear a burden respective to their size, and this image foreshadows the cross

reminding us of what treasure lies just beyond the horizon

The Creation is a tribute to the Master Artist

Simon has become known for his exquisitely detailed and delicate portraits capturing moments from the tender to the magnificent

thou wouldest have asked of him

are lifted up

thus representing the labors and loving sacrifices we mothers willingly make for our children

Jesus Christ

Morning Glow Panorama

so shall he reap

he will joy over thee with singing

The light pouring down from above represents the love of God which illuminates our way during our journey on earth

Angels minister to us on both sides of the veil