Having an artistic nature, one of my main interests in Islamic culture has been its proclivity for creativity. This is true in writing, design, textiles, fashion, architecture, and a host of other avenues.…
“I have a dream that on the red hills of Georgia, sons of former slave owners will be able to sit down together at the table of brotherhood. I have a dream that, one day,…
“This world is not a permanent place, it’s a passage, a road on which you are passing.” ~ Imam Ali (AS) The Middle East has served as the womb and nurturer of the world’s three…
By Amanda Pizzolatto Word Count: 109 Rating: G Summary: The holly and the mistletoe have a night of fun. The holly and the mistletoe Are both well known by sight So similar in the way…
~ by Hannah Skipper After the two Princes, Bahman and Perviz, and their sister, Princess Parizade, were reunited with their mother and father there was great rejoicing in the kingdom, and the royal family lived…
Only in Russia is poetry respected – it gets people killed. Is there anywhere else where poetry is so common a motive for murder? ~ attributed to Osip Mandelstam Recently I finished a book only…
Devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary has played an integral role in Christian devotion since the early days of the Church, and continues to be a vital part of the daily devotions of Catholic, Orthodox,…
By Amanda Pizzolatto Word Count: 145 Rating: G Summary: Bells are ringing across the land, announcing the holiday. Bells are ringing Choirs are singing All is joyous and bright Make some noise Both girls and…
There is an inexhaustible flow of “Golden Graces” that are generously and continuously pouring down upon the Earth from Heaven above during the Advent Season. As we celebrate the glorious feast of the Nativity of…
By Ana Lisa de Jong Word Count: 166 Rating: G Summary: A poem in anticipation of Jesus's birthday. It is Christmas Eve.The eve of your birth.Our hearts now turn to youto re-orient ourselvesto what is…
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