Ad Dal and Az Zal: Self-Sustenance and Self-Reliance

"Ad Dal and Az Zal" is an extraordinary artwork by Ali Omar Ermes that explores the theme of self-sustenance through the poetic musings of the famous Abbasid period poet, Abul Atahiyah. This beautiful piece, created in 1990, measures 150cm x 120cm and is made from acrylic and ink on paper. It was sold at auction to a private collector, where it continues to inspire viewers with its message of self-reliance and dignity.

Here are a few examples of Abul Atahiyah's poetry that speak to these themes:

"Self-sustenance is the sweetest of all things, for it brings self-respect and dignity
To ask for favors from others is one of the hardest things, for it requires humility and vulnerability"

"To rely on oneself is to be truly independent, to be able to stand tall and proud
To depend on others is to be weakened, to lose sight of one's own strength and potential"

"Self-sustenance is a gift, a treasure that can never be taken away
It gives us the freedom to live our lives on our own terms, to be the masters of our own fate"

"Ad Dal and Az Zal" is a thought-provoking artwork that invites us to reflect on the importance of self-sustenance and self-reliance. Through the wisdom of Abul Atahiyah's poetry, it encourages us to seek out the strength and dignity that comes from being able to rely on ourselves.

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