Arts of Islam; Part Ten: Jonah and the Whale, Art from the Qur’an
By Jane Fitzpatrick
Jonah’s religious awakening during his stay in the belly of a large sea creature is a popular story featured in the Qur’an. The story has been depicted in visual art to inspire creative intimacy with its teachings.
“Jonah and the Whale, Art from the Qur’an” is the tenth installation in the Arts of Islam Series. Follow along with the images and audio at your own pace, and explore a sea of art inspired by religious traditions.
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