Tag Archives: Islam

Decorative Elements of the Taj

Posted on August 31, 2016 by annetbell

Namaste ! Islam forbids human or animal figures be used in decoration. It is their belief that God alone has the power to create life. Today, I am showing you images from the artistic decorative elements of the Taj with … Continue reading →

Posted in Architecture, India, Religions of the World, Travel, Uncategorized | Tagged 16 C Mogul architecture, Agra, architecture, calligraphy, carving, decorative detail, flowers, Garden of Paradise, India, Islam, love story, marble, religion, Religions of the World, sacred architecture, screens, Taj Mahal, trees | 2 Comments

Surprise. . . . .Taj Mahal 2

Posted on May 18, 2016 by annetbell

Bibi-ka-Makbara– the Taj Mahal of South India Updated on July 28, 2015 from Hub Pages Is it Taj? The main entrance gate Picturesque The second Taj! Or the first? Symmetry One of the minarets Stucco work The grave of Rabia-ul-Daurani … Continue reading →

Posted in Amdavad, Animals, Architecture, India, Religions of the World, Travel, Uncategorized | Tagged architecture, Aurangabad, baby Taj Mahal, Ellora Caves, India, Islam, Maharashtra, Moguls, Rajasthan, south India | Leave a comment

Sacred Places. . . . Cordaba

Posted on October 31, 2015 by annetbell

This site has been a sacred site since ancient Roman times in Spain. It was a Roman Temple to the goddess Janus who was the double headed goddess. Next it was converted to a Christian church dedicated to St. Vincent … Continue reading →

Posted in Architecture, Religions of the World, Travel, Uncategorized | Tagged cathedral, Christianity, church, columns, Cordaba Spain, Islam, Janus, mosque, Prayer Hall, Religions of the World, Roman Pagans, sacred architecture | Leave a comment

The Alhambra , Granada Spain

Posted on October 27, 2015 by annetbell

The exquisite Muslim calligraphy at the jewel of the Moorish empire, the Alhambra, in Granada Spain. Google Public Domanin This is one of my all time favorite places i have visited, even though it was years ago that we were … Continue reading →

Posted in Architecture, Religions of the World, Uncategorized | Tagged architecture, blogging, building, Christianity, decoration, design, garden, history, intricate design, Islam, King Charles, medicine. building, moorish culltures, Moorish culture, Renaissance architecture, Renaissance palace, The Alhambra Spain, travel | Leave a comment

Fragility of Democracy

Posted on October 21, 2015 by annetbell

Man killed by Indian mob. . . . The Indian Express ( New York Times) Thirty-five leading Indian authors and poets have returned coveted literary award to protest the violence that is creeping into Indian corporate life under the Hindu … Continue reading →

Posted in India, Religions of the World, Travel, Uncategorized | Tagged blogging, democracy, Hinduism, India, Islam, Mr. Modi, regions, travel, world's largest democracy | Leave a comment

Jama Masjid Mosque in Old Delhi

Posted on October 17, 2015 by annetbell

This Jama Masjid ( Friday mosque) is the largest mosque in India. It is located in Old Delhi and was built by the ruler who built the Taj Mahal. Eid is the celebration of the end of Ramadan. There was … Continue reading →

Posted in Architecture, India, Religions of the World, Uncategorized | Tagged architecture, Eid, Friday mosque, Islam, Jama Masjid Mosque, largest Indian Mosque, Old Delhi, Religious architecture | Leave a comment

“He Named Me Malala” An Film of Courage and Inspiration

Posted on October 11, 2015 by annetbell

This is PG13 because of the violence but I think that it is a most important film for young teens both girls and boys. You will be inspired, too. There were many places where tears came to my eyes, … Continue reading →

Posted in film, Religions of the World, Uncategorized | Tagged courage, Education for girls, forgiveness, inspiration, Islam, Malala, Pakistain Islam, Pakistan, Qu'ran, Taliban, unselfish giving, violence, voice for girls to be educated | 6 Comments

Sad News from India

Posted on September 30, 2015 by annetbell

This is a very tragic story from India! India BBC News India man lynched over beef rumours 2 hours ago From the sectionIndia Image copyrightAFPImage captionMohammad Akhlaq was a farm worker A 50-year-old man in northern India has been killed … Continue reading →

Posted in Animals, India, Religions of the World, Travel, Uncategorized | Tagged 6 arrests, Hinduism, India, Islam, lynching, Uttar Pradesh beef | 5 Comments

Sarkhez Roza

Posted on February 20, 2015 by annetbell

Amdavad has long been an economic and cultural center and is known for her hospitality and the spirit of enterprise of her people. Another important aspect of Amdavad is the architecture of glory and worship with Gandhi Ashram, … Continue reading →

Posted in Architecture, India, Travel, Uncategorized | Tagged Ahmedabad, Amdavad, architecture, early Islamic architecture, Indian architecture, Islam, Sarkhaj Roza | 7 Comments

Incense In India . . . . .

Posted on February 12, 2015 by annetbell

Incense is an ancient rich tradition in society and religious occasions in India. Agarbathi is a word derived from ancient Sanskrit. It is mentioned in the old Vedic texts to be used to mask odors with pleasurable smells. The modern … Continue reading →

Posted in India, Travel, Uncategorized | Tagged ancient use of incense, Buddhism, Christianity, cosmetic use of sandalwood, Hindu, incense, Islam, medicinal use, religious use, sandalwood, Sanskrit, scent | 7 Comments