in each Palestinian's heart beats a melody, whispered through ancient family memories, rhythms of living flow through veins of oud strings and voices raised in song. music, the most expressive anthem of life, echoes through their street stones and bustling markets, where joyful ouds strum hope into the night, and darbukas echo like heartbeats of … Continue reading In this land… A Song of Culture “Twenty-Two “
Weekend Book Reviews: “The Power of Myth” by Joseph Campbell
Joseph Campbell's "The Power of Myth" is a profound exploration of the universality and significance of mythological narratives across cultures and epochs. Published posthumously in 1988, this book encapsulates Campbell's dialogues with journalist Bill Moyers, originally televised as a series. It serves as a testament to Campbell's lifelong dedication to understanding the role of myth … Continue reading Weekend Book Reviews: “The Power of Myth” by Joseph Campbell
In this land… A Song of Culture “Twenty-One “
Palestine's art, colours dancing like childrenon warm stone streets,brushstrokes whisperingtales of ancient rhythms,soulful hues, bold and brave,saffron and azure embracedlike lovers under olive trees. shapes stretching, bendinglike calligraphy's gentle curves,forming poetry in motion,symphonies of geometrywhere squares and circlestell stories of unityamidst resilient histories. Canvases breathingwith the pulse of tradition,each stroke a statementthrough the walls of silence,each … Continue reading In this land… A Song of Culture “Twenty-One “
Weekend Book Reviews: “Mythos: The Greek Myths Retold” by Stephen Fry
Stephen Fry's "Mythos: The Greek Myths Retold" is a captivating journey into the ancient Greek world of gods, heroes, and legendary creatures. With his characteristic wit and narrative flair, Fry revitalizes the timeless stories of Greek mythology, making them accessible and engaging for modern readers. The book is structured as a series of tales that … Continue reading Weekend Book Reviews: “Mythos: The Greek Myths Retold” by Stephen Fry
In this land… A Song of Culture “Twenty”
Reaching out from- This historic corner of our world, beneath olive branches and Mediterranean sun, where an unique people Weave tapestries of courage and song, there, in the heart of ancient gardens, the Palestinian spirit dances with life and living, whispering tales of culinary delights, of spices that sing on tongues like sonnets. they are … Continue reading In this land… A Song of Culture “Twenty”
Embracing Imperfection: The Wabi-Sabi Approach to Fostering Diversity and Inclusion in Education
Traduction française à suivre. / Traduccíon al español a seguir. / Seguirà la traduzione italiana. Incorporating the wabi-sabi mindset into modern educational practice can profoundly enhance efforts towards diversity and inclusion in the classroom. Wabi-sabi, rooted in Japanese aesthetics, celebrates the beauty of imperfection, impermanence, and the acceptance of natural processes. Here’s how it contributes … Continue reading Embracing Imperfection: The Wabi-Sabi Approach to Fostering Diversity and Inclusion in Education
In this land… A Song of Culture “Nineteen”
In the land of olive trees, where the food tell’s centuries of stories, each scent a testament, to rich traditions, to passions that run deep, like the veins in the hands of their grandmothers, kneading dough, making bread, baking history into every bite. The aroma of za'atar, its wild essence mingling with the morning air, … Continue reading In this land… A Song of Culture “Nineteen”
Nurturing the Gift of Imperfection: Embracing Wabi-Sabi in Education for Resilience and Authenticity
Traduction française à suivre. / Traduccíon al español a seguir. / Seguirà la traduzione italiana. Incorporating the wabi-sabi mindset into modern educational practice can significantly enhance student resilience and bolster self-esteem by fostering a deep appreciation for imperfection, transience, and authenticity. Originating from traditional Japanese aesthetics, wabi-sabi encourages individuals to find beauty in the imperfect, … Continue reading Nurturing the Gift of Imperfection: Embracing Wabi-Sabi in Education for Resilience and Authenticity
In this land… A Song of Culture “Eighteen”
Over the noises of the world, I hear their art— Not hammer-strokes, but breath on old stone, Not chisel, but the pulse of ancient hands Forming the sculpture of a thousand years. These hands, these hands have learned the art of patience, How to wait, to weave stories in the fabric of soil, Threads of … Continue reading In this land… A Song of Culture “Eighteen”
Discovering Imperfections: Embracing Wabi-Sabi in Place-Based Education
Traduction française à suivre. / Traduccíon al español a seguir. / Seguirà la traduzione italiana. Incorporating the wabi-sabi mindset into modern educational practice can profoundly enrich place-based learning by fostering a deeper appreciation of the environment and promoting holistic development among students. Wabi-sabi, rooted in Japanese aesthetics, emphasizes finding beauty in imperfection, impermanence, and the … Continue reading Discovering Imperfections: Embracing Wabi-Sabi in Place-Based Education
The New Renaissance Mindset 