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Yahia Lababidi

    Yahia Lababidi je egyptsko-americký myslitel a básník, jehož dílo se často pohybuje na pomezí žánrů. Jeho poezie a eseje, které čerpají z rozmanitých vlivů od Rumiho po Kafku, jsou oceňovány pro svou prostou, ale zároveň oslnivou dikci. Často se věnuje životu ducha a propojení s moderní dobou, přičemž jeho tvorba je ceněna pro svou schopnost rezonovat v dobách duchovních proměn. Je uznáván jako mistr starobylé formy aforismu, jehož krátké meditace jsou považovány za významné příspěvky do současné literatury.

    Quarantine Notes: Aphorisms on Morality and Mortality
    Palestine Wail
    Desert Songs: Poetry by Yahia Lababidi
    Revolutions of the Heart
    • 2024

      Palestine Wail

      • 118 stránek
      • 5 hodin čtení

      The author, Yahia Lababidi, draws on his personal connection to Palestine through his grandmother's forced exile, highlighting the deep emotional and political complexities surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. He emphasizes that criticism of Israel's actions is not antisemitism, advocating for a clear distinction between Judaism and Zionism. Through poetry and prose, Lababidi calls for awareness of the humanitarian crisis faced by Palestinians, urging readers to reject complicity in injustice and recognize the shared humanity that transcends political divides.

      Palestine Wail
    • 2023

      The contemplative tone of Yahia Lababidi's work resonates with the wisdom of Rumi, emphasizing peace and the value of ancient traditions amidst modern cynicism. Lababidi highlights the virtues of silence, using aphorisms to momentarily disrupt it, suggesting that in a noisy world, such reflections are essential. His writing invites readers to find depth and meaning in a fast-paced society, celebrating the profound insights that emerge from stillness and contemplation.

      Quarantine Notes: Aphorisms on Morality and Mortality
    • 2020

      Revolutions of the Heart

      • 272 stránek
      • 10 hodin čtení
      4,8(4)Ohodnotit

      Exploring the transformative power of art, this collection weaves together essays, poems, aphorisms, and fiction to reflect on personal and societal change. It addresses pressing themes such as Islamophobia, the Egyptian Revolution, and the influence of American popular culture. The author's journey parallels the world's upheavals, offering a multifaceted perspective on contemporary issues. Through these meditations, the work advocates for social activism and highlights the intersection of mysticism and literature in navigating today's complexities.

      Revolutions of the Heart