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"Maktoub" (2018) Painting
United States
Painting, Acrylic on Canvas
Size: 36 W x 24 H x 2 D in
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About The Artwork
Original Islamic Artwork by Award Winning Artist Mariam Rajput The word Maktoub literally translates from Arabic to English as “It Is Written”. It is the notion that the good we receive in our lives and the hardships we experience are all part of the life Allah swt composed for us. The calligraphy encircled with red acrylic paint and gel mediums is a duafrom The Holy Quran reading: “Our Lord, give us in this world [that which is] good and in the Hereafter [that which is] good and protect us from the punishment of the Fire.” ~ Surah Baqrah 2:201 Within the draping of gold thread that “weaves” the details of the tops of this painting is the dua: “Our Lord, grant us from among our wives and offspring comfort to our eyes and make us an example for the righteous. Those will be awarded the Chamber for what they patiently endured, and they will be received therein with greetings and [words of] peace. Abiding eternally therein. Good is the settlement and residence.” -Surah Al Furqaan Verse 74-76 This dua encompasses the beautiful concept of praying for heaven and heaven on earth through mercy from Allah swt. While the word Maktoub means “it is written”; Islam teaches us of the profound blessings given to us through our ability to make dua. We are taught to have humility through our blessings and patience in times of hardship but “Dua, according to a Hadith, has the unique ability to change destiny (Tirmidhi)” This piece is my expression of the everlasting reminder that is the promise of Allah. Islam teaches us to be confident and unafraid of losing that which we have been given for whatever is written for us was written by the best of planners. But Islam teaches us hope through hardship and loss. That even someone destined to be alone can change their fate through prayer, and the most beautiful blessings to receive from Allah are children who are the coolness of our eyes and a righteous spouse. View this and others on www.mariamrajput.com
Details & Dimensions
Painting:Acrylic on Canvas
Original:One-of-a-kind Artwork
Size:36 W x 24 H x 2 D in
Frame:Not Framed
Ready to Hang:No
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Influenced by her American and Pakistani roots, Award Winning Artist and Arabic Calligraphist, Mariam Rajput, has a passionate interest in the art of the Islamic World. Rajput's work is a culmination of abstract, modernistic painting techniques and the ancient arts of Islamic Illumination, arabesque patterns, calligraphy and sacred geometry. Rajput is now pursuing a second Masters degree at Harvard University and she is currently a Ph.D Candidate in Clinical Psychology within the U.S. Her perception of Art incorporates a dynamic message meant to span across diverse cultural backgrounds and levels of perceptive thought. In recognition of her positive influence on her community and philanthropic efforts, Rajput was recently awarded the Women's Empowerment Award from WomanUP! in Philadelphia in 2018. Rajput's work has been commissioned by private organizations and auctioned for thousands of dollars in support of causes supporting womens rights, education, and free legal services for victims of violence, hate crimes and islamophobia. Rajput's work has been acquired by corporate and private collections, including for members of the Jordanian and UAE Royal Families, the British Private Collective and numerous private collections in the United States, Canada, and Internationally.
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