“To Restrain Her Is To Restrain The Wind Or To Grasp Oil In One's Right Hand.” (Proverbs 27:16, Esv) Art

“to restrain her is to restrain the wind or to grasp oil in one's right hand.” (Proverbs 27:16, ESV)
“Whosoever hideth her hideth the wind, and the ointment of his right hand, which bewrayeth itself.” (Proverbs 27:16, KJV)
Renaissance Painting, a noble woman of Proverbs 31, standing at the window of a warm, well-lit stone home clothed richly in scarlet. She looks out at a heavy, beautiful snowstorm with a look of peace and calm resolve. Her children and husband are in the foreground, richly and completely clothed in scarlet wool. Focus on the detailed texture of the scarlet fabric, the warm contrast of the interior light against the cold blue snow outside, and a majestic, dignified atmosphere.
“A continual dripping on a rainy day and a quarrelsome wife are alike;” (Proverbs 27:15, ESV)
At his Grandmother's house in Penang, while the tropical rain taps softly against the window, Wing Sun, Mother and Grandmother gather in the cozy living room. The room glows with the soft light of an oil lamp, and the walls are adorned with faded photographs and delicate calligraphy. Grandmother’s eyes sparkle as she begins to speak—a voice that carries both the wisdom of her years and the tender care of someone who’s seen many seasons change. Wing Sun is pensive with anticipation. What will she say?
“Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. Selah. There is a river, the streams whereof shall make glad the city of God, the holy place of the tabernacles of the most High. God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, and that right early.” (Psalms 46:2-5, KJV)
still life arrangement of fruits and flowers
“Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, though the mountains shake with the swelling thereof. Selah. There is a river, the streams whereof shall make glad the city of God, the holy place of the tabernacles of the most High. God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, and that right early.” (Psalms 46:2-5, KJV) Do not use any Temple or religious building. Create only the landscape
An Asian Slice At the dark end of an alley on a moonless night, A youth squats low to the ground, turned toward the wall with his face in his lap. Someone might think he’s sleeping. He’s smoking heroin. Soon he’ll fall over and soil himself, and stay right there until dawn. Back at the neon-lit mouth of this dark alley, hookers walk back and forth, hurrying to get past the alley, either for fear or because is smells so bad. Eyelids, all painted golden, Asian whores always look like they’re made of candy. Candy it is; but a snarling cat awaits its prey.
a man and a woman standing next to each other
Father and Grandmother with Siu Zi leaving their home in a Guangzhou street in the dark of night. There is an air of secrecy. Siu Zi clutches her small bag, its contents little more than a few treasured keepsakes and faded photographs. Her father’s reassuring hand on her shoulder, and the soft presence of her grandmother at his side, give her the courage to move forward. A taxi waits down the street to take them to the train.
"A dramatic, full-body portrait of Arnold Schwarzenegger as a Steampunk Terminator, standing powerfully in a dimly lit, richly detailed Victorian-era workshop. Arnold's iconic Terminator face is visible, with a glowing red eye, partially obscured by an intricate, metallic eyepatch and visible cybernetic components around his neck and face. He wears a heavy, dark brown leather duster coat over a tailored waistcoat and trousers, all adorned with brass buckles, gears, and leather straps. His left arm is a formidable steampunk prosthetic, crafted from polished brass, copper, and exposed gears, ending in a massive, Gatling-gun-like weapon integrated into the forearm. His right hand wears a finely detailed leather glove with metallic accents. The background of the workshop is filled with vintage machinery, pressure gauges, steam pipes, exposed brick walls, and the soft glow of gas lamps, casting long shadows. Smoke or steam gently drifts through the air, adding to the atmospheric industrial setting. The overall aesthetic is gritty, sophisticated, and perfectly blends the sci-fi elements of the Terminator with the intricate mechanical beauty of steampunk
An Asian Slice At the dark end of an alley on a moonless night, A youth squats low to the ground, turned toward the wall with his face in his lap. Someone might think he’s sleeping. He’s smoking heroin. Soon he’ll fall over and soil himself, and stay right there until dawn. Back at the neon-lit mouth of this dark alley, hookers walk back and forth, hurrying to get past the alley, either for fear or because is smells so bad. Eyelids, all painted golden, Asian whores always look like they’re made of candy. Candy it is; but a snarling cat awaits its prey.
A profound and epic scene depicting the Vision of the Dry Bones from Ezekiel 37. In a desolate, vast valley, countless dry human bones are scattered, stark white and ancient. A powerful, divine wind (ruach) swirls through the valley, imbued with a sacred, ethereal glow, causing the bones to rattle and miraculously knit together. Tendons, flesh, and skin rapidly form over the skeletal structures, transforming them into fully-formed human figures. As the divine breath enters, the figures rise, not as individuals, but as a colossal, awe-inspiring army standing upright, gazing forward with renewed life and purpose. The sky above is dramatic, perhaps with stormy clouds breaking to reveal a divine light. The overall mood is one of miraculous resurrection, immense power, and hopeful restoration."
A beautiful young woman with fair skin, light brown hair styled in a braid, and rosy cheeks stands outdoors in front of a rustic stone and ivy-covered building. She is wearing a simple, practical light brown dress with an apron-style overlay, suggestive of a farm setting. Her right arm is extended, and she is wearing a dark leather glove on her hand, upon which a messenger pigeon has just landed. The pigeon is a classic racing pigeon type, with iridescent green and purple neck feathers, and it has its wings slightly spread as if in the act of landing or adjusting. A small message capsule or scroll is clearly visible attached to one of its legs. The woman looks slightly upwards and to the right with a soft, warm expression, her lips slightly parted, as if acknowledging the pigeon or looking towards the message. In the background, to the right, is a picturesque green landscape under a bright sky with scattered clouds, featuring rolling hills, a small, distant stone building, and what appears to be an old cannon or piece of artillery, hinting at a historical wartime context. The overall lighting is warm and natural, creating a serene yet significant atmosphere.
A beautiful young woman with fair skin, light brown hair styled in a braid, and rosy cheeks stands outdoors in front of a rustic stone and ivy-covered building. She is wearing a simple, practical light brown dress with an apron-style overlay, suggestive of a farm setting. Her right arm is extended, and she is wearing a dark leather glove on her hand, upon which a messenger pigeon has just landed. The pigeon is a classic racing pigeon type, with iridescent green and purple neck feathers, and it has its wings slightly spread as if in the act of landing or adjusting. A small message capsule or scroll is clearly visible attached to one of its legs. The woman looks slightly upwards and to the right with a soft, warm expression, her lips slightly parted, as if acknowledging the pigeon or looking towards the message. In the background, to the right, is a picturesque green landscape under a bright sky with scattered clouds, featuring rolling hills, a small, distant stone building, and what appears to be an old cannon or piece of artillery, hinting at a historical wartime context. The overall lighting is warm and natural, creating a serene yet significant atmosphere.
profound image representing the verse Psalm 119:15. The scene depicts a solitary lady with flowing, long red hair, in a posture of deep contemplation or meditation. She is seated or kneeling in a peaceful, natural setting – perhaps on a gentle hillside overlooking a tranquil landscape, by a calm body of water, or within a serene garden. Her expression is focused and reverent. Before her, or subtly integrated into the scene, is an ancient scroll or open book, glowing with a soft, ethereal light, symbolizing God's precepts. Her posture and gaze are directed towards this source of wisdom, with a clear sense of 'fixing her eyes' on its profound truth. Extending from the scroll/book, or subtly woven into the distant landscape, are luminous, ethereal pathways or guiding lights, representing 'Your ways' (God's ways). These pathways are clear and inviting, leading towards a bright, hopeful horizon, symbolizing divine guidance and understanding. The atmosphere is tranquil and reflective, bathed in soft, warm, golden light (perhaps dawn or dusk), signifying clarity and spiritual insight. The overall mood is one of peace, deep wisdom, divine guidance, and focused devotion, rendered with a beautiful, luminous quality."
An Asian Slice At the dark end of an alley on a moonless night, A youth squats low to the ground, turned toward the wall with his face in his lap. Someone might think he’s sleeping. He’s smoking heroin. Soon he’ll fall over and soil himself, and stay right there until dawn. Back at the neon-lit mouth of this dark alley, hookers walk back and forth, hurrying to get past the alley, either for fear or because is smells so bad. Eyelids, all painted golden, Asian whores always look like they’re made of candy. Candy it is; but a snarling cat awaits its prey.
portrait of a person with expressive eyes
portrait of a person with expressive eyes
Classical Wildlife Illustration Style, Rich Textures, Warm Golden Hour Lighting. An intimate, detailed look at a dramatic rescue on a sun-dappled forest floor. The Trapped Giant (The Lion): A massive, powerful male lion with a thick mane is hopelessly tangled in a complex hunter’s net made of thick, coarse hemp ropes. He is lying on his side, exhausted and defeated, his immense paws bound. His expression is one of surprising gentleness and relief as he looks down. The Tiny Hero (The Mouse): The focal point is a tiny field mouse, rendered with exquisite detail, perched precariously on a thick knot of rope right next to the lion's massive face. The mouse is busily gnawing through a crucial strand of the thick netting with its sharp teeth. Shavings of hemp rope are visible. The Atmosphere: Warm, late afternoon sunlight filters through the tree canopy, creating patches of bright light that highlight the dusty texture of the ropes, the individual hairs on the mouse, and the deep golden fur of the lion. The immense scale difference between the lion’s head and the mouse’s entire body is central to the composition.
portrait of a person with expressive eyes
bicyle resting against a wall
serene landscape with mountains and water
At her Mother's house in Penang, Wing Sun's mother, a beautiful chinese woman in her 30s, is standing in her bedroom looking out the window at night. We see her from a quarter view inside the room. She is pensive and an air of tension fills the room as she remembers growing up in this house. Her hair is long and black, and she's wearing her housecoat. A lantern gives low light inside the room. It's raining outside.
But with the righteous He will make peace. And will protect the elect, And mercy shall be upon them. And they shall all belong to God, And they shall be prospered, And they shall ⌈all⌉ be blessed. And He will help them all, And light shall appear unto them, And He will make peace with them. 1 Enoch 1:8
A koi pond seen from above, orange and white koi fish swimming among lily pads, clear water with subtle ripples, fallen cherry blossom petals floating on the surface, dappled sunlight
First century Jerusalem at the "gate beautiful" to the temple grounds. Peter and John were going up to the temple at the hour of prayer, the ninth hour. And a man lame from birth was being carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple that is called the Beautiful Gate to ask alms of those entering the temple. Seeing Peter and John about to go into the temple, he asked to receive alms. And Peter directed his gaze at him, as did John, and said, “Look at us.” And he fixed his attention on them, expecting to receive something from them. But Peter said, “I have no silver and gold, but what I do have I give to you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk!” And he took him by the right hand and raised him up, and immediately his feet and ankles were made strong.
An outdoor scene in a park. a merry-go-round is nearby. A mother squats down to help her little boy, who is crying and making a fuss. other kids are playing in the background but this little boy is very unhappy. Mom has a kind and gentle face and is trying to help him feel better.
Neon-Futurism Digital Art Style, Bioluminescent Sci-Fi Cosmic Setting. A sleek, futuristic scene set deep in the interstellar void, with absolutely no Earth terrain, asphalt, or atmosphere visible. The Path (The Ecliptic): The "road" is a floating, translucent highway constructed entirely of glowing blue and orange laser grids and condensed stardust, arcing through infinite dark space with dynamic curves. The Rider: A lone rider on a futuristic, hubless "light-cycle" sportbike speeds along this cosmic path at high velocity. The rider is fully encased in a sleek, glowing armored suit with an integrated full-face helmet, leaving a vibrant neon light trail behind them, evading danger with sharp maneuvers. The Constellation (Intense Scorpio and Ophiuchus): Dominating and towering overhead is the immense celestial symbol of Scorpio: a massive, menacing scorpion made of deep crimson glowing stars, luminous energy threads, and bioluminescent nebula plasma, with razor-sharp claws extended and a long curved tail with a glowing stinger poised to strike downward. Directly intertwined and looming even larger above is the abstract form of Ophiuchus, the Serpent Bearer—no full humanoid figure, but represented by powerful restraining arms of shimmering silver and emerald stardust energy that grip and coil around the great serpent (a huge, writhing, translucent serpent of deep green and indigo nebulae). The serpent's body twists through the scene, partially merging with or being restrained from the scorpion's stinger, creating a dramatic overhead struggle. The floating cosmic highway arcs directly under this chaotic overhead clash, so the rider speeds beneath the extended claws of Scorpio while evading their grasp, passing through the shadows of the restrained serpent and Ophiuchus's holding energy as if threading a needle of peril and balance. Radiating intense deep red, crimson, emerald, indigo, and silver lights against the swirling nebula-filled void. Ultra-detailed, cinematic tension, sense of motion and imminent danger.
Neon-Futurism Digital Art Style, Bioluminescent Sci-Fi Cosmic Setting. A sleek, futuristic scene set deep in the interstellar void, with absolutely no Earth terrain, asphalt, or atmosphere visible. The Path (The Ecliptic): The "road" is a floating, translucent highway constructed entirely of glowing blue and orange laser grids and condensed stardust, arcing through infinite dark space with dynamic curves. The Rider: A lone rider on a futuristic, hubless "light-cycle" sportbike speeds along this cosmic path at high velocity. The rider is fully encased in a sleek, glowing armored suit with an integrated full-face helmet, leaving a vibrant neon light trail behind them, evading danger with sharp maneuvers. The Constellation (Intense Scorpio and Ophiuchus): Dominating and towering overhead is the immense celestial symbol of Scorpio: a massive, menacing scorpion made of deep crimson glowing stars, luminous energy threads, and bioluminescent nebula plasma, with razor-sharp claws extended and a long curved tail with a glowing stinger poised to strike downward. Directly intertwined and looming even larger above is the abstract form of Ophiuchus, the Serpent Bearer—no full humanoid figure, but represented by powerful restraining arms of shimmering silver and emerald stardust energy that grip and coil around the great serpent (a huge, writhing, translucent serpent of deep green and indigo nebulae). The serpent's body twists through the scene, partially merging with or being restrained from the scorpion's stinger, creating a dramatic overhead struggle. The floating cosmic highway arcs directly under this chaotic overhead clash, so the rider speeds beneath the extended claws of Scorpio while evading their grasp, passing through the shadows of the restrained serpent and Ophiuchus's holding energy as if threading a needle of peril and balance. Radiating intense deep red, crimson, emerald, indigo, and silver lights against the swirling nebula-filled void. Ultra-detailed, cinematic tension, sense of motion and imminent danger.
portrait of a person with expressive eyes
portrait of a person with expressive eyes
a man in a tank top is posing for a picture
a flock of birds standing on top of a field
I sat, long ago, on an Asian hill with a Shakya Mundi friend, and watched the autumn leaves fall down from high above, giants in the forest casting off their wakefulness, falling progressively into winter’s long, white sleep. “The important thing to know about trees” he said, “is that they are most beautiful in autumn; just before the winter snow. They live and grow through the entire year just for these brief moments of stunning beauty. We are like that.” He said, “but we have only one autumn, and a very long winter.”
a man holding a basketball in his right hand
Minimalist Nature Art Style Transfer Example
portrait of a person with expressive eyes
still life arrangement of fruits and flowers
serene landscape with mountains and water
portrait of a person with expressive eyes