Venus. ©Ian Garrett 2023. Acrylic on Canvas 9 x 12 inches.

Venus, the second planet from the sun, is known as the twin of Earth. Its atmosphere of dense methane and carbon dioxide causes extreme temperatures and an agonizing greenhouse effect. Once believed to be a vibrant world with water and atmosphere, its barren surface now reaches a staggering 475 degrees Celsius, leaving scientists to question if life once existed. As Allah declares in the Quran that He is the "Rabbi al Ameen," Lord of the WORLDS and all that is, Venus begs contemplation of its past

Surat A-Anbiyyal: "It is he who created the night and the day, and the sun and the moon: all the celestial bodies swim along, each in its own rounded course." [21:33]

Surat Al-Nahl: “And he has made subservient for you the night and the day and the sun and the moon, and the stars are made subservient by his commandment; most surely there are signs in this for a people who ponder.” [16:12]

9” X 12” Acrylic on Canvas. Ready to hang.