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Estaww
2016
The artwork “Estaww” signifies a conflict seen among Muslims, by portraying salat, a prayer that is a major pillar of Islam. During the prayer, Muslims wholesomely gather in harmony behind a single imam. The title of the work is one of the words uttered by the imam to the rows of Muslims praying behind. The word roughly translates to “align,” calling the rows to stand shoulder to shoulder and filling in any gaps. This is symbolic of how Muslims should keep a united front. However, in reality, once the prayer ends, Muslims scatter and divide into many clashing sects and cliques.

Estaww
Islamic Arts Festival, 19th edition, 2016 Bunyan

Estaww
Islamic Arts Festival, 19th edition, 2016 Bunyan

Sects
Islamic Arts Festival, 19th edition, 2016 Bunyan

Behind Patterns

Don’t judge me

This is not me

Estaww

Estaww
حرم الجمال
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