Original artwork description:

The whirling ritual performed at ceremonies commemorating Mevlana includes important symbols that reflect the basic philosophy of Mevleviism. Sema generally expresses the formation of the universe, the resurrection of man in the universe, his taking action with love for God, and his turning towards the "perfect human being" by realizing his servitude.
As the whirling dervish turns from right to left with his arms open, his right hand looks up, that is, towards God, and his left hand looks down, that is, towards the earth. Here, it is symbolized that he transfers what he received from God to earthly life.

Materials used:

Softpastel on Clairfontaine pastelmat, acrylic

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