“Let us get up early to the vineyards; let us see whether the grapevine has budded, whether its blossoms have opened, if the pomegranate is in flower…” Song of Songs 7:13

This verse from the Song of Songs, is a tribute to spring, of fullness and vibrancy—a celebration of potential. The Garden of Eden is its setting. It can speak of relationship with God or another human being; all meanings are contained within. The garden is the site of the regeneration: life to death and back to life again.

This rich and joyous illumination works especially well for lovers, for weddings, for anniversaries, even births—the bringing of two beloveds together into one. It is also a wonderful piece for newly ordained clergy.