The Positive La: The Power of the Positive No and the Virtues of Standing Firm in One's Principles
In Ali Omar Ermes' painting, "La," the concept of the "positive no" is explored, representing the steadfast refusal to succumb to injustice and untruths. The inscription from Sharif Al Reda extols the virtues of the individual who maintains high moral principles while also being forgiving in nature, becoming a subject of envy for others.
This thought-provoking artwork, produced in 1990 and measuring 153cm x 123cm, is made with acrylic and ink on paper. It can currently be found in the Written Art Foundation in Germany.
Other poets who have explored the power of standing firm in one's beliefs and principles include Nizar Qabbani and Rumi. Qabbani's poem "Love and Freedom" is a declaration of the importance of love and freedom in the face of tyranny, with lines such as "Love is a revolution like no other / It has toppled empires and thrones / And it has drawn maps that geography has not known." Rumi's poem "The Guest House" is a powerful assertion of the importance of embracing all experiences, even the difficult ones, with grace and hospitality, with lines such as "Welcome and entertain them all! Even if they're a crowd of sorrows, who violently sweep your house empty of its furniture, still, treat each guest honorably. He may be clearing you out for some new delight."
Ermes' painting serves as a reminder of the importance of upholding one's values and beliefs, even in the face of opposition. By combining forgiveness with unwavering conviction, we can become a source of inspiration and admiration for others. "La" celebrates the power of the "positive no" and the strength that comes from standing firm in one's principles.
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