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Remembering Bosnia: Artistic Tributes and Wise Words

"Aakhin Aakh: A Tribute to the Bosnia Tragedy" is a powerful and poignant artwork created in 1993 and dedicated to the United Nations in honor of the victims of the Bosnia tragedy. This piece features poems by Ali Omar Ermes himself, as well as several beautiful wise sayings and expressions.

In addition to this moving tribute, the episode also includes an artwork that has been part of the collection of The British Museum since 1986. This piece, whose title is not specified in the description, is sure to impress with its stunning visual appeal and meaningful themes.

Overall, this episode is a celebration of art as a means of honoring and remembering the victims of tragedy, as well as a way to convey powerful messages and ideas. It is a must-see for anyone who appreciates the beauty and power of art and poetry.

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Qaffon Aasif: A Tribute to Libyan Resistance Leader Omar Al-Mukhtar

"The Stormy Qaff: A Tribute to Libyan Resistance Leader Omar Al-Mukhtar"

This striking artwork honors the legacy of Omar Al-Mukhtar, a Libyan resistance leader who fought against Italian conquest in the lead up to World War II. Featuring an unusual execution of the letter Qaff, which is reminiscent of the old Kufic script, the piece is framed by stormy golden strokes that give it a dynamic and powerful energy. A similar painting in this style can be found at the Smithsonian Institute in Washington DC.

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Silah: The Power of Connection, Charity, and Goodwill

In Ali Omar Ermes' artwork, the concept of Silah, or connection, charity, and goodwill, is explored through the inclusion of poetry from some of the greatest classical Arabic poets, including Zuhair ibn Abi Sulma, Urwah ebnul Warrd, Ali ebn Abi Talib, and Ali ebn Al Rumi. These poets wrote about the necessity of giving charity to the right causes and how this serves as one of Islam's fundamental aims in creating a kinder society.

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Crossfire - Leaf Four - Midas' Curse: The Destruction of Nature in the Pursuit of Comfort

Ali Omar Ermes' "Crossfire - Leaf Four" is a stunning and thought-provoking artwork that highlights the destructive impact of humans on the environment. As part of a series of paintings exploring this theme, "Crossfire - Leaf Four" serves as a cautionary tale, reminding us of the Greek myth of King Midas, who wished for everything he touched to turn to gold, only to suffer from hunger and thirst when he could no longer eat or drink.

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