Lord of the Worlds (Ya Rab al-Alameen)

Medium: Mix media on layers of paper - Framed Size: 71 x 89 cm Date: 2003 This piece is rendered in Nasta’liq script in emerald-green hue on a vibrant red background. It masterfully juxtaposes transcendental serenity with worldly energy. The green, symbolizing peace and spiritual transcendence, contrasts with the red’s intense energy, embodying the dynamism of the mundane world. Delicate, flowing letters in gold against the red background add an elegant, refined touch. This central panel sits against a deep green ground upon which are repeated the divine title “Lord of the Worlds” in a watermark-like effect, evoking a calm, whispered invocation (dhikr) in flowing Shekasteh script. This intricate layering suggests the omnipresence of the Divine—both within the physical world and encompassing it entirely—reinforcing a sense of serene yet powerful spiritual presence.