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• 1 2023-01-29T19:58:15-05:00 Ali Khan 8 Caligram Project plain 2023-02-21T22:49:11-05:00

  “And if you should count the favours of Allah, you would never be able to number them. Indeed, Allah is Forgiving and Merciful” (Surah An-Nahl, 16:18). My focus for this project is to depict the love of Allah, which this verse captures his mercy, yet also implies that he loves Muslims to the extent that his forgiveness is ever-lasting - which is depicted by the hearts that stream down. Additionally, Al Wadud - one of Allah’s 99 names - translates to the Most Affectionate, furthering the reinforcement of his unconditional love for his believers. This verse sets a reminder for Muslims to appreciate what they are provided, as God is closer to them than their jugular vein - emphasizing the undying affection for his believers and how God continues to provide. In the picture, the ginormous heart that contains Allah is to showcase the greatness of his love: giving light to the saying that the love Allah has for his believers overshadows the sheer affection a mother has by a substantial amount. Despite the sins a follower possesses, Allah forgives and also showers his blessings upon them, showcasing this unwavering love by granting his believers wishes while safeguarding them from evil. Also, I incorporated a heart-shaped sun to contrast with a normal sun; the sun’s light penetrates every individual regardless of their appearance or beliefs, similarly, the heart-shaped sun depicts Allah’s love to each of his followers, regardless of their caste, sect, and belief. Ultimately, what matters most to Allah for his believers is to understand this notion of the existence of him, and to worship him in any manner that one sees fit for he is the most loving and the most forgiving.