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  • Sabr: The Beauty of Patience in Islam

    Sabr: The Beauty of Patience in Islam

    iscover the meaning of sabr — patience in Islam — as a spiritual practice of strength, surrender, and trust in Allah. Explore how this powerful word inspired my latest Arabic calligraphy piece. Read more

  • Hubb in Islam: The Meaning of Divine Love and Loving All of Creation

    Hubb in Islam: The Meaning of Divine Love and Loving All of Creation

    What does love mean in Islam? Discover the depth of ḥubb (love) as a spiritual practice — from loving Allah and His creation to embodying compassion, mercy, and unity in everyday life. Read more

  • Hulm: Dream in Islam

    Hulm: Dream in Islam

    Dreams are the seeds of possibility. They live in the heart before they ever take form in the world. They give us vision, purpose, and something to strive toward—something that pulls us forward when life feels uncertain or heavy. Ḥulm in Arabic beautifully captures this sense of inner longing, aspiration, and vision for something greater. In Islamic Read more

  • Tawakkul: Letting Go and Trusting in Allah

    Tawakkul: Letting Go and Trusting in Allah

    “Tawakkul” means placing complete trust in Allah — taking action while surrendering the outcome to Him. In this post, I explore the meaning of tawakkul in Islam, and why I chose this powerful word for my latest Arabic calligraphy piece as a reminder to let go and trust in divine wisdom. Read more

  • My Art Process: Pencil Sketching

    My Art Process: Pencil Sketching

    While some artists jump straight into paint, I always begin with pencil. It’s not about perfection—it’s about preparation. My sketch isn’t a rulebook, just a guide. Sometimes I follow it. Sometimes I wander. But it’s always where the journey begins. Read more

  • Shukr: Gratitude in Islam

    Shukr: Gratitude in Islam

    “O you who have believed, eat from the good [i.e., lawful] things which We have provided for you and be grateful to Allah if it is [indeed] Him that you worship.” (2:172) Gratitude is one of the most powerful emotions we can cultivate. It shifts our focus from what is missing to what is already present. It Read more