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Decoding the Evil Eye: A Universal Symbol of Protection
Across the Mediterranean, the Middle East, South Asia, and parts of Latin America, you’ll find a common image staring back at you - a blue eye, painted on beads, jewelry, walls, and even baby clothes. This is the evil eye symbol, known by many names like Nazar, Mal de Ojo, or Drishti. But despite the variation in languages and designs,…
Obon Festival of Japan: Welcoming Spirits with Lanterns and Dance
Every summer, as twilight falls over Japanese towns and countryside, streets light up with glowing lanterns, taiko drums echo through the air, and families gather in quiet reverence. This is Obon, one of Japan’s most deeply spiritual festivals — a time when the living welcome the spirits of the dead back home. What is Obon? Obon, also known as Urabon…
Warli Art: India’s Tribal Language of Lines and Dots
Before there were pens or pixels, the Warli tribe of India was telling stories using triangles, circles, and lines. This minimalist style — known as Warli art — is one of India’s oldest and most captivating tribal traditions. It’s not just decorative; it’s deeply symbolic, used for centuries to depict everyday life, rituals, and nature in a strikingly simple visual…
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