"Jesus at the Bethany Home" by Hanna Cheriyan Varghese

The painting depicts a relaxed and happy Jesus in the company of Mary, Martha and Lazarus. When Lazarus died "Jesus wept". To weep for him meant that Jesus had great times of joy in sharing and laughter with the siblings — Mary, Martha and Lazarus. These three gave Jesus the welcome and sense of family and companionship, and an oasis in His busy ministry of teaching, healing and journeying. He could relax from His weariness and enjoy the hospitality of good food and conversation. They loved each other and shared jokes that must have provoked much laughter and smiles. A loving God gave us the emotional gifts of joy, love and laugher. Surely Jesus is no exception.

"Jesus at the Bethany Home" 
Artist:  Hanna Cheriyan Varghese 
Acrylic on canvas - 69cm x 53cm 
Selangor, Malaysia