Bijbelverzen 1906 - 1948

This page of religious verses was created by Marie Jordan at an unknown date, using ink on paper. At first glance, the layout appears as a field of text with varying densities, creating a rhythm across the page. The handwritten script gives each line a unique texture, and the overall composition balances legibility with an almost abstract quality. This work invites us to consider how Jordan’s engagement with religious texts translates into a visual form. The repetition of phrases and biblical references, alongside their arrangement on the page, suggests a deeply personal and perhaps meditative process. Each verse functions as a sign, referring to broader religious and cultural codes. Notice the deliberate use of space and the varied stroke weights of the ink which invite us to contemplate the relationship between language, spirituality, and artistic expression. The form encourages a non-linear reading, challenging fixed interpretations and offering instead a space for individual reflection and re-interpretation.