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“‘Be still, and know that I am God.’”
— Psalm 46:10 (RSVCE)

In a world of endless noise, hurry, and distraction, silence has become a stranger. Our attention is fractured; our hearts are restless. But in stillness, the soul can once again see — not just with the eyes, but with the heart.

This video combines Scripture, contemplative meditation, and symbolic imagery, inviting the viewer to step away from the clamor of the world and return to the quiet presence of God.

Through scenes of medieval life, sacred symbolism, and natural beauty, we journey from distraction to peace — from the confusion of the world back to the still voice of the Creator. These reflections are offered for silent contemplation, morning devotion, or as a simple companion for prayerful rest.

About the Goldfinch Symbol:
In medieval and Renaissance Christian art, the European goldfinch became a powerful symbol of Christ’s Passion and Resurrection.
Its diet of thistle seeds, linked to the Crown of Thorns, and its endurance through harsh seasons made it a sign of perseverance, hope, and eternal life.
The goldfinch often appears beside the Christ Child, the Virgin Mary, and the saints in sacred paintings from the 14th to 17th centuries — a quiet reminder that joy and suffering are bound together in the mystery of redemption.

Featured Scripture Passages:

Ecclesiastes 1:2

Psalm 46:10
(RSVCE translation)

Production Notes:
Audio Track: Flow of the River by Experia (licensed via Canva Pro)
Images: Created using Stable Diffusion 1.5 (ComfyUI, Realistic Vision V6), Ideogram.ai, and painterly post-processing in Photopea
Edited with: Canva Pro & DaVinci Resolve
Visual Style: Inspired by 15th-century medieval Europe and sacred art
Image #1 inspired by Madonna of Veveri by Master of Vyšší Brod (1344–1350)