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Climbing hollyhock pink set against the background of a distressed adobe shed.

Gorgeous Hollyhocks making everything brighter.

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Interior of mosque, Cordoba

Mathematics in action

Paul Klee, Portal of a Mosque. 1931.

Romantic Names for Wife in Different Languages: So Much Sweeter Than Just ‘Babe’ Right now, I’m sitting on the floor of my apartment, poking through love nicknames from different countries. Love speaks every language, but some languages just have a way of making our hearts flutter...

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This rare Turkish tile spandrel reveals the artistic and technical height achieved in Iznik, the town which manufactured tiles for imperial buildings of the Ottoman sultans, rulers of one of the largest, wealthiest, and most powerful empires in history (1270s-1924). Iznik tiles are renowned for their brilliant colors, especially the intense red - a technical triumph achieved with a thick slip. Here, it forms red roses - each petal executed with exemplary control - amidst prunus blossoms and intertwining leaves in the mature floral style. Such radiant floral sprays evoked eternal spring and visions of paradise. Originally this spandrel and its matching right half (now missing) formed a beautifully decorated arch over a niche, window, or doorway in Istanbul, Turkey.

Tile Spandrel with Floral Sprays https://clevelandart.org/art/2004.70

Romantic Names for Wife in Marathi: Make her Feel Special Romantic Names for Wife in Marathi Want to make your wife feel extra special? Use these gorgeous Marathi names. Marathi has some of the sweetest romantic words. I mean these are totally way better tha...

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Minimalism in Islam: My Journey to More Peace + 6 Steps That Actually Work When I moved into my dorm room in college. It was the first day and I remember setting up my room. After a while I receive a knock on my door. My new flat mate comes in loudly exclaims: “wow you have ...

Minimalism in Islam: My Journey to More Peace + 6 steps that Actually Work
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STEAL these 1500 Arabic Usernames for Boys and Girls to Stand Out 1500 Arabic Usernames for Boys and Girls Looking for Arabic usernames that actually mean something beautiful or just sound like you? I've been there. Most username lists online are either completely r...

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two ducks glide together in the pink wing-cloud mirrored water along the edge of marsh at the edge of day

in good company

Romantic Names for Wife in Hindi: Melt her Heart Instantly Romantic Names for Wife in Hindi Love is something I'm happy to see couples expressing more openly as time goes on. Husbands are finding new ways to show affection and make their wives feel special. A...

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a tall single reed stands above the tangled grasses and sculptured Queen Anne’s lace as a gentle September sky kisses the expanse of marsh below, part still green, part new gold and secret shimmering tides always

between times

Urdu Names for Cats You Will Love! [My Full List] Urdu Names for Cats Getting a new cat is exciting, whoop. But picking the perfect name can be tricky. I see so many people default to basic English names when there are gorgeous Urdu options that soun...

Urdu Names for Cats You Will Love

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Arabic Names for Birds (Don’t Name Your Bird Until You Read This) Arabic Names for Birds When I was growing up, back home, my family had a gray parrot (Psittacus). Later we decided to get another one to keep company so the first one would not be bored hehe. They wou...

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Because of its connection with the Koran, calligraphy was elevated above all other art forms in the Islamic world. From an awkward and nearly illegible form of writing, Arabic script was transformed during the 600s and 700s to make it worthy of recording the Divine word. By the 800s, Muslim scribes were producing copies of the Koran that were true calligraphic masterpieces. This Koran, written entirely in gold, exemplifies the angular form of writing known as Kufic at its majestic best. The text on the right page is the opening of the Chapter of the Star (53:1–21), which begins: “By the star when it plunges, your comrade is not astray, neither errs, nor speaks he out of caprice. This is naught but a revelation revealed, taught him by one terrible in power, very strong. . . . ”

Page from a Koran (recto) https://clevelandart.org/art/1993.39.1.a

Romantic Urdu Names for Wife: Make Her Blush Instantly Romantic Urdu Names for Wife Finding the right loving name for your wife can feel hard. You want something that sounds beautiful and makes her happy. Many husbands look for sweet Urdu names for wife b...

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The prayer niche (mihrab in Arabic) is the focal point in the interior of a mosque. It is located in the qibla wall which is oriented toward Mecca, the holy city of Islam. Muslims face the qibla wall during prayer. This mihrab is an excellent example of different design elements-calligraphy, plants, and geometry-integrated into a beautiful harmonious whole. Graduated colors and sizes contribute to its success. The dominant white glaze presents the most important verses from the Qur’an written in elegant thuluth script which frames the niche. White glaze also outlines geometric patterns and arabesque vines. Less conspicuous turquoise glaze forms secondary designs such as curving vines behind the stunning calligraphy. Curved and straight lines are juxtaposed, enhanced with additional colors of mustard-yellow and aubergine on the deep blue ground. The design is formed with individual pieces of tile in the ceramic mosaic technique. Segments are cut according to the pattern from monochrome tiles with a chisel and their edges smoothed with a file. The pieces are then arranged face down according to a pattern and covered with plaster in manageable sections to install. Since colorful ceramic mosaic decorates many old buildings in Iran, modern craftsmen have become skilled in their workmanship and ongoing maintenance. The style and design in this mihrab, which developed during the 1500s, continues to the present day. Translation of Calligraphy on the Mihrab The Qur’anic inscription around the mihrab is from the Chapter of Light (24:35): God is the light of the Heavens and the Earth. His Light is like a niche in which is a lamp-the lamp enclosed in glass-the glass, as it were, a glistening star. From a blessed tree it is lighted, the olive neither of the East nor of the West, whose oil would well neigh shine out, even though fire touched it not! It is light upon light. God guideth whom He will to His light, and God setteth forth parables to men, for God knoweth.

Prayer Niche (Mihrab) https://clevelandart.org/art/1962.23

Romantic Urdu Names for Husband: Sweet Names He’ll Love Romantic Urdu Names for Husband Urdu has this beautiful way of expressing love that just hits different than English. I mean heck, the entire language carries centuries of poetry, romance, and deep em...

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Best Hotels in France with Private Pools (Muslim Travels) After living in France for many years, I understand the challenge Muslim families face when looking for the right accommodation. You want beautiful places but also need privacy and space where you fee...

France Hotels with Private Pools- [for ALL budgets]

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Yes for vintage clothes if they're in good condition. The fabrics were MUCH quality back then and could last years, unlike fast fashion now.

Halal Holidays in the UK: My Personal FAVE Spots While I know the UK isn’t typically a halal destination and usually people don’t see it as halal, my experience showed me that with a little research, it can be a great option for travel. I lived in t...

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Halal Food in London: My Top Picks Halal Food in London Finding halal food in London used to stress me out before visiting. Where's the good stuff? What's actually worth trying? Will I end up eating the same kebab every night? I’ve put...

Halal food in London isn’t hard to find — if you know where to go. Here's my list of top spots.

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