The Prophet in Our Hearts: Reflections in Muslim Culture and Art
For Muslims, art is intrinsically tied to purpose. It is not detached from meaning, nor is it a silly indulgence. Every act of a Muslim is ultimately linked to worship. Art, therefore, becomes an expression of devotion: of love, not hate; of praise, not ridicule; of beauty, not provocation. Indeed, among the loftiest subjects of Muslim artistic expression is the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ himself.