"Blessed are You, Lord our G-d, who has chosen the people of Israel with love." (Traditional Blessing)

The last Hebrew word of this blessing is b’ahava, meaning “with love.” The relationship we have with the Lord is based on love. The love we share is compared to the unconditional love between a parent and child, and we are commanded to be mindful of this throughout the day, so that we may be loving and tender to ourselves and others. The people of Israel are chosen with love to be an example of G-d’s love.

This painting is featured in the hardcover art book entitled "Hebrew Illuminations" written by Adam Rhine and Louise Temple.