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Peaceful Insight:
Saint Sava’s Timeless Vigil, acrylic on canvas, 2023
In this painting, Saint Sava the Sancti- fied, a key figure in early Palestinian monasticism, is portrayed with a pene- trating gaze, symbolizing his deep spiri- tual insight. He faces the viewer, his right hand raised in a gesture of peace and welcome. Dressed in the traditional attire of ancient monasticism, his outfit reflects his ascetic lifestyle. The artist blends a modern Byzantine style with fewer colors and dynamic brushwork, creating a contemporary feel while re- specting historical accuracy. The back- ground subtly suggests an ascetical en- vironment, with minimal but meaning- ful details that enhance the painting’s spiritual ambiance.
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