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Forbidden Faces; Part Two: God of Many Names

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By Jane Fitzpatrick

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Creating an image of Allah is strictly forbidden in Islamic tradition. However, there is another way that we can respectfully visualize this magnificent figure: through the descriptions artfully crafted within the Qur'an, also known as the 99 Names.

"God of Many Names" is the second installation of the Arts of Islam Miniseries: Forbidden Faces. Interact with the images, audio, and links at your own pace and discover the beautiful arts inspired by the 99 names of Allah.

Sources:

  1. Van der Krogt, Christopher. "Who is Allah? Understanding God in Islam." The Conversation. April 12, 2015. https://theconversation.com/who-is-allah-understanding-god-in-islam-39558.

  2. "Shahada (Shahadah) - A Profession of Faith." Islamic Relief. https://www.islamic-relief.org.uk/islamic-resources/5-pillars-of-islam/shahada/#:~:text=Translation%3A%20%E2%80%9CThere%20is%20no%20God,and%20mindfulness%20of%20it's%20meaning

  3. Hussain, Zarah. "Introduction to Islamic Art." BBC. June 30, 2009. https://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/religions/islam/art/art_1.shtml

  4. "99 Names of Allah (Al Asma Ul Husna)." 99 Names of Allah. https://99namesofallah.name/