Praying At The Wailing Wall "Roman"

2018 · Gypsum · 9x12x2"

Rome: applied pigments on gypsum, this vibrant piece is inspired by the colors of ancient Rome; purple, red and silver. The color of purple and its association with the Roman Emperors is due to vast expense of producing clothing made of such a color. This is juxtaposed with the common color of which red was produced by using a cheap dye and used for Roman clothing. G‑d told Abraham that the Jewish people would be subjugated over the course of history by four kingdoms. The final subjugation, which immediately precedes the messianic age, will be under Rome.(Bereishit Raba 44:20) Our present exile is seen as an extension of the Roman subjugation, since culturally and legally western civilization shares the values and worldview of ancient Rome.

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