The Art of Making a Violin
I am fascinated by the art of making. Whether it be the art of making a guitar, or bread, or whatever, I think our creative capacity is one of those things God had in mind when in the Genesis story God declares, “Let us make humankind in our image” (Gen. 1:26). God creates. From the very first verses in the Bible God is creating, calling the world and universe into being. And in the very last verses, God is still creating, this time making all things new.
So whenever we make something – whether it be a piece of art or dinner tonight, a project for work or a card for a friend – we are joining God in the creative task that connects us with God our maker and, I believe, brings joy to God’s heart.
So I was simply delighted to stumble across this video on Remo Del Tradici, violin maker. Remo started playing – and then making – violins in his 70s. He’s now 90, and he gives many of the violins he makes away to veterans in memory of a brother he lost in World War II.
Every story of creation is a story worth telling and hearing. I felt particularly fortunate to find this one and hope that you find 5 minutes to watch it as well.
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Thanks, David. This is a very moving story and I appreciate the creating aspect of relationship with God. I am at a study conference the week before Father’s Day…so thank you for a sermon nugget. I plan to use the video that day.