The Touch Of The Master's Hand Poem

Ever heard of a dusty old violin suddenly worth a fortune? It sounds like a plot from Antiques Roadshow, right?

Well, there's a poem about that! It's called "The Touch of the Master's Hand," and it's been making the rounds, tugging at heartstrings, for over a century.

The Tale of the Tossed-Aside Violin

The poem, written by Myra Brooks Welch, kicks off with a violin being auctioned off.

It’s pretty beat-up, covered in dust, and generally looks like it belongs in the bargain bin. Nobody seems to want it.

The auctioneer even describes it as "gone" and questions what the opening bid is.

Then, a Master Violinist walks in. This isn't your average Joe with a bow; this is the real deal!

He picks up the old fiddle, wipes off the dust, and tunes it carefully.

And then, he plays. Suddenly, the room fills with the most glorious music.

From "Worthless" to Priceless

After the musician plays, the auctioneer starts the bid again. This time, the bids soar!

It goes from a measly dollar or two to thousands! All because of the touch of the master's hand.

The crowd has recognized the value the Master has found in the violin.

It’s a pretty clear metaphor, right? The violin is us. Life throws dirt and grime our way.

We sometimes feel like we're worth nothing, collecting dust on a shelf. But wait!

A Humorous Take on "Master's Hand"

Imagine being that violin. One minute you're gathering dust, next minute you're practically a Stradivarius!

You can almost picture the violin thinking, "Whoa, hold on a second! I've had this masterpiece in me all along?"

It makes you wonder if the violin would develop a diva complex afterwards!

I have to remember, everyone has value; everyone can be used to make beautiful music.

The Real Message Behind the Music

The poem's not really about violins, of course. It's about potential, redemption, and the transformative power of belief and grace.

Sometimes, all we need is someone to see the potential within us, to dust us off, and to help us find our tune.

The Master's touch represents anything that helps us realize our true worth.

That could be a supportive friend, a challenging mentor, or even just our own determination.

" 'Twas the touch of the Master's hand that makes the change!"

Ultimately, "The Touch of the Master's Hand" reminds us that everyone has value, even when they don't see it themselves.

So, the next time you're feeling a little dusty and unappreciated, remember the violin. Your masterpiece might just be waiting to be revealed.