Yin 5 (Power in Truth){Collage}

Name: Yin 5 (Power in Truth){Collage}

Collection: Yin Yang

Artist: Stephanie S Ribeiro

Material: Mix Media on canvas
Size: 9×6 inches
(Canvas 2 inches thick)

Yin Yang Collection
In the beginning, was a rose.

The titles of the paintings form a poem

In the Nothingness
God speaks Magic
Dark and Light
All as One
Birth beyond Death
Life in Eternity
Black rose Mystery
White rose Purity
Power in Truth
Beauty in Heart
Flow into Harmony
Grace into Blessings

The Yin Yang Collection delves into the profound concepts of Chinese philosophy, exploring the intricate dynamics of creation through chaotic energy. It encompasses four fundamental principles: Opposition, Interdependence, Mutual Consumption, and Intertransformation.

Within this philosophical framework, Yin embodies the essence of darkness, femininity, passivity, and the grounding force of the earth, while Yang represents the luminescence of the sun, masculinity, activity, and the expansive energy of the heavens. It is within the interplay of these opposing yet complementary forces that the vitality of life arises, symbolized by the enigmatic existence of the rose.

The rose, with its rich traditional symbolism, evokes notions of romance, love, beauty, and courage. Deeply entrenched in ancient mythology, roses have been revered as symbols of eternal love, appearing in tales of divine interactions between gods and humans. In Christian tradition, red roses carry symbolic significance, embodying the profound sacrifice and shedding of Christ’s blood, occasionally drawing associations with the Virgin Mary. Similarly, pagans incorporate roses as ornamental representations of their innermost sentiments.

Regarded as the regal “queen” among flowers, roses exude an air of power and mysticism. They hold the ability to activate the heart chakra, fostering a profound connection to the realms of emotion and spirituality. Thus, roses have become a cherished gift, bestowed upon both the beginnings and endings of life’s journey—a testament to their timeless significance.

In essence, the Yin Yang Collection embodies the enigmatic dance between light and darkness, femininity and masculinity, and the eternal allure of the rose—a testament to its enduring power as a symbol of love, beauty, and the inherent duality within the fabric of existence.