we take from life a purpose, meaning, and joy and when we turn around we see others who’s desire is to defile or lay waste to our waterfall so we put up walls protecting our river of life from anyone. and only later when we realize that we need their help will we let our walls down.
Why do you think there is so much controversy over whether figures are allowed in islamic art? some say they are as long as it is not idolatry, while others say it is prohibited? what is your opinion on the subject? explain your answer.