Rachel Weeping was commissioned by the Knights of Columbus of St. Richard Catholic Church in Jackson, MS. They wanted to emphasize "Respect for all Human Life" with a monument that was also a memorial to the loss of innocent life. The concept of the sculpture is based on the scripture in Jeremiah 31:15 "Behold, Rachel weeping for her children, and she would not be comforted because they were no more."

Artist's Statement:

It is my Desire that my sculpture reflects a Touch of the Infinite,

By continually seeking to learn:

the inherent beauty of Creation

the value and mystery of Life

the noble epiphany of Truth

I strive to create an enduring tribute to humanity's highest ideals and aspirations

Thus conveying the eternal message of Hope, Truth and Beauty through the ever-expressive language of Sculpture.

- Tracy H. Sugg

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