Overview
Poetry and Mandalas have existed for millennia, offering solace and inspiration to those who enjoy the beauty of both art forms. Mandalas are elaborate, often circular patterns that may be utilised for meditation or reflection. Similarly, poetry is an artistically beautiful way of expressing emotions or ideas using music, images, and other poetic instruments.
This book is a thorough investigation of the spiritual and creative potential of combining poetry and meditation inside a space-time geometry based on Maya-Aztec and/or Hindu-Buddhist patterns. As we know, Mandala is a multi-dimensional symbolic representation. It is both a visual representation and a metaphorical tool, representing the universe and its components within the circle of life. The term ‘mandala’ is derived from a Sanskrit word which means ‘circle’ or ‘discoid object’. It consists of concentric circles or squares, each representing an aspect of the individual's journey towards spiritual enlightenment.
In Jungian psychology, a Mandala symbolises wholeness, representing the unconscious self and its various components. The Mandala serves as an archetypal image that conveys the integration of opposites within the unconscious and conscious realms of the psyche. It represents the individual's inner journey towards individuation, or self-actualisation, in order to achieve harmony and balance. A Mandala is thus an archetypal symbol rooted in various religious and spiritual practices. It is typically seen as a circular figure encompassed by four or more cardinal directions or points, though it can sometimes be represented as a square or other shape.
Throughout this book, the poet investigates the spiritual and creative potential of combining poetry and meditation inside a space-time geometry based on ancient patterns. This collection of poetry with Mandalas is intended to assist readers in developing a deeper feeling of meditation and inner calm. Through vibrant visuals and lyrical comments, Mandala's Flowers illustrates the dimensions of being in ancient cultures that possessed a feeling of connectivity between earth and sky. The book inspires us to take a fresh look at the world and explore the spiritual essence inside us. The poet's goal is that this collection will reconnect us with our history while inspiring us to look beyond our boundaries for a brighter future.
Unlock your creative potential with these mystical poems and intricate mandalas.
Experience the beauty of the universe within yourself.
Bring more colour into your life and create a more mindful and peaceful existence.
Product Details
| BN ID: | 2940165980619 |
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| Publisher: | Hichem Karoui |
| Publication date: | 12/06/2022 |
| Sold by: | Smashwords |
| Format: | eBook |
| File size: | 5 MB |
About the Author
Writer /Journalist/ Senior Researcher: London
Published over 30 books and counting, (translations not included).
Authored co-authored, edited, and published hundreds of daily/ weekly/ monthly briefings, reports and analyses, peer-reviewed articles, monographs, and books, about MENA region and international politics.
Participated in many international conferences, either on the panel, as a member of the organizing team, or as a journalist.
Has been involved with the media since his early career, thus serving in different posts: reporter, investigation journalist, copy editor, cultural journalism, political journalism, editorialist, and Executive Editor.
Translated several books/documents. Also reviewed translations for publishers.
Member of several academic boards.
Veteran columnist and commentator for the media.
Ranking in the top 10%of Authors by all-time downloads on Social Science Research Network.
Research interests
Regional and international relations: MENA-Europe. USA, China, and major powers. Islam and Islamism issues. Power building, political risks, and conflicts.
2022 Founder and Director of the Global East-West LTD (London)
2020 Executive Director at The Gulf Futures Center (GFC) in London/ Senior Researcher.
2018 Senior Fellow (Non-Resident) Charigo Center for International Economic Cooperation (CCIEC, Beijing). International Relations Consultant for CIBD (London).
2016 Consultant for Underscore Media, EPC (UAE). Europe and MENA Region. And Non-Resident Senior Fellow at the Center for China and Globalization. Beijing. China.
Since 2015 Columnist-commentator, and free-lance analyst for varied media outlets: CGTN (ex-CCTV) News, Beijing Review.
October 2013- 2019 Consultant at the Diplomatic Institute, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Doha, Qatar.
Until July 2013 Newspaper Columnist for The Gulf Today (UAE) and Al-Madinah (KSA).
2011- 2013 Fellow Researcher at the Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies (Doha, Qatar): Coordinator of the Political Unit. Head of Electronic publishing.
Until August 2011 Centre d’Etudes de l’Orient contemporain (Contemporary Orient Studies Center: Sorbonne University, Paris). Columnist and Paris Bureau Chief of Al-Arab Daily Newspaper (London).
2009, a researcher at the Sorbonne’s Center for contemporary orient studies (Paris III), founded and edited a peer-reviewed academic journal, Middle East Studies, in which several renowned scholars have served as members of the international Editorial Board.
Journalist
2015-2017 Free-lance columnist for CCTV Panview; CGTN; Beijing Review; Chine-Afrique (Chinafrica)…Etc.
2009-2013 Columnist for the English-speaking daily, The Gulf Today (UAE).
1998 – 2011 (Paris)
Columnist for “Awan” (Koweït) and al-Khaleej (UAE).
France Editor for World Security Network (New York).
Daily column « Trends » for “Al Arab” newspaper. London.
Contributor for varied Arabic, English, and French-speaking media outlets:
Arab News (Jeddah).
Al Sharq al Awsat (London).
Middle East Intelligence Bulletin (New York).
Arab Media Internet Network (Internews-Middle East).
Media Monitors Network (California).
Palestine Chronicle (Seattle).
Middle-East News Online (N.Carolina).
Middle East Online (London). Etc.
1993-1998 (Tunis-based) Writing a daily column (Tayyarat: Trends) for « Al Arab », London.
1986-1992 (Tunis) Correspondent and international reporter for varied Arabic and non-Arabic media outlets, among which: Afaq Arabiyya, Alif Ba, al Thawra (Iraq), Le Monde diplomatique (France)…Translated books.
1982- 1985 (Tunis) Reporter and Editor for the independent weekly “Réalités”. International Affairs Columnist and Political analyst for “Al Amal”. Contributed articles for “Etudes internationales”, Journal of the International Studies association. Tunis. Contributed articles also for Al Fikr, al Fikr al Arabi (Beirut), Al Hayat al Thaqafiyya, al-Maghrib al Arabi, Al Wahda (Morocco), etc….Translated books for varied publishers.
1979-1981(Beirut-Based) Editor in charge of cultural pages of « Al Mouqif al Arabi », a weekly Lebanese magazine. Translated literary books for Beirut publishers.