A Bow Over the Strings of a Violin Subject: The main idea depicted in this piece of art. Focus: When we're shut away from the rest of the world, we find comfort in religion. Thesis Statement: The main idea depicted in this piece of art is that when we are in time of need we find comfort in that which is most important to us. Question: How do we find comfort in harsh times and …showed first 75 words of 510 total…

…showed last 75 words of 510 total…represent stability and unchanging. The painting "gave Vincent a hard won stability". (Van Gogh Museum) Van Gogh has put in his painting the symbol of mountains to show that he has now learned from what he loves the most. Conclusion: In order to become a better person, one must learn from hard times, and use it to improve himself. When a person is able to improve themselves, it is ultimately for the good of society.