Reflections of Faith: The Islamic Art Journal

This book is more than an art book; it is your companion on the transformative and revolutionary journey of reflection. Whether you’re interested in understanding Islamic art, in the creative endeavor of art itself, or looking for Islamic journaling prompts, this book has something unique to offer to everyone. This first-of-its-kind work introduces traditional and modern Islamic art forms such as calligraphy, geometry, tezhip, and poetry, and then explores the connection between Islamic art forms and Islamic spirituality. It also introduces to the reader the concept of art journaling and provides thoughtfully crafted Quran’ic and Islamic prompts for reflection. As a whole, the book provides for its reader an opportunity to reconnect to the core principles of Islamic spirituality. This book aims to rekindle our connection to Islamic art, revitalizing our understanding of its significance and offering a pathway to reconnect with the Islamic outlook by using our creative talents as a means of reflection. While traditional Islamic art in the past has been a result of the spiritual connection and worldview that Muslim artists held, Islamic art journaling is the opposite, in that it is a means of reflection and serves as a link to connect back to that worldview. Reflections of Faith: The Islamic Art Journal invites you to explore the world of Islamic art in light of Islam itself and in a way that's accessible, inspiring, and deeply rooted in spirituality. In it you'll discover a world where each stroke carries the weight of profound spiritual reflection.