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Here is Abby with one of her favorite profs, Dr. Bujak. She truly enjoyed British Studies with Dr. Bujak; he challenged her to stretch her intellect. This was at the Harlaxton Thanksgiving Dinner. (Dr. Bujak even has a facebook fan page!
Harlaxton Manor was built in the 1830s for Gregory Gregory, a wealthy Nottinghamshire businessman, to replace the original Elizabethan Manor House in Harlaxton Village. Having travelled throughout England and Europe seeking inspiration, ideas and indeed artefacts for this huge house, Gregory employed Anthony Salvin (external link) as architect and Harlaxton Manor must be regarded as Salvin's masterpiece. Built in Ancaster stone, it is an exuberant merging of Gothic, Jacobethan and Baroque styles creating an unforgettable and dramatic impact.
Owner and architect had many differences of opinion, however, and Salvin having completed the exterior of the main building was replaced by William Burn who is thought responsible for much of the interior.
Few houses in the country can match the splendid approach to Harlaxton. A straight mile long drive across a bridge, under a gatehouse, past 'the pyrotechnic display of the forecourt gates and screen'* to Salvin's towering facade whether by day or night when the building is floodlit, is in itself a memorable, experience.
The house is now owned by the University of Evansville, Indiana, USA, and is used as their British Campus.
Embassy of Brazil in London on January 20th, 2012
This event was hosted by UKTI and Intellect and focused on the trading opportunities existing between the UK and Brazil in the hi-tech sector. The slides I used during my own presentation can be found here:
Embassy of Brazil in London on January 20th, 2012
This event was hosted by UKTI and Intellect and focused on the trading opportunities existing between the UK and Brazil in the hi-tech sector. The slides I used during my own presentation can be found here:
Embassy of Brazil in London on January 20th, 2012
This event was hosted by UKTI and Intellect and focused on the trading opportunities existing between the UK and Brazil in the hi-tech sector. The slides I used during my own presentation can be found here:
In diplomatic career, one comes across many distinguished and accomplished personalities. One such individual who impressed me greatly with his intellect, humility and passion for Islam and Muslims was Muhammad Asad, the celebrated author of “The Road to Mecca” and “The Message of the Qur’an.” I had the pleasure to meet him in 1987 when he visited Pakistan Embassy in Spain. When I offered him coffee he asked for Pakistani “chai,” a taste he had acquired during his long and eventful stay in Pakistan decades ago. Though he was 87 years old at the time, I could sense from his demeanor that he had had a glorious past.
In our conversation, he recalled fondly his time spent with the Bedouins in Saudi Arabia and his long years in Pakistan. I was an admirer of his writings and we talked about his books. He had absorbed the Muslim tradition of hospitality and magnanimity. I was pleasantly surprised when he returned the next day to present me signed copies of his books as a token of appreciation.
Few people know that apart from being an inspired writer, a distinguished scholar of Islam, an expert of Semitic languages and a perceptive traveler in the Islamic world, Asad also acted as an envoy for Saudi Arabia in 1920s and then went on to become a formal diplomat for Pakistan in its formative years.
Asad was born as Leopold Weiss to a Jewish family on July 12, 1900, in the town of Lvov (Lemberg), today in Ukraine, but then part of the Habsburg Empire. In 1922, he became a correspondent in the Middle East for the “Frankfurter Zeitung,” a prestigious German newspaper. Impressed with his writing, the paper soon commissioned him to travel more widely to collect information for a book. Asad traveled for two years through Syria, Iraq, Kurdistan, Iran, Afghanistan and Central Asia, getting closer to Islam in the process.
Upon concluding his travels, Asad returned to Germany to write his book but differences with the editor of the “Frankfurter Zeitung” led him to resign. He took up Islamic studies and wrote as a stringer for other newspapers. Ironically, it was here, in the heart of Europe, that he was inspired to convert. Asad writes that while traveling in the Berlin subway, noticed that the people around him on the train had no smiles on their faces despite their worldly attainments. Returning to his flat, a surah in the Quran he had been reading caught his eye: “You are obsessed by greed for more and more / Until you go down to your graves.” And then later, in the same verse: “Nay, if you but knew it with the knowledge of certainty, / You would indeed see the hell you are in.” Asad wrote that any doubt he had that the Qur’an was a revealed book vanished. He went to the leader of the Berlin Islamic Society and converted to Islam, taking the name Muhammad Asad.
Thus began Asad’s love affair with Islam which would take him to the heart of Islam in Arabia. During his pilgrimage to Makkah, he had a chance to meet with Prince Faisal in the Grand Mosque’s library who invited him to meet with his father, the legendary King Abdulaziz Al-Saud. The king was a perceptive judge of character and soon Asad had almost daily audiences with the king and became part of his inner circle. During the next few years, the king employed Asad on certain foreign missions.
At this time in British-ruled South Asia, Muslims had begun to struggle for a separate homeland for themselves, which they would later name “Pakistan.” Asad arrived in Karachi in 1932 by ship and left for Lahore. In 1933, Asad landed in the capital of Kashmir where another freedom struggle had started. The pre-dominantly Muslim population of Kashmir had begun to revolt against the Hindu prince ruling the state. Asad’s activities in Kashmir alarmed the British intelligence. The prince’s government also wanted to expel him.
On return from Kashmir to Lahore, Asad met the poet-philosopher Muhammad Iqbal. It was Iqbal who had proposed for the first time the formation of a separate state for South Asian Muslims in 1930. Iqbal asked Asad to remain in India and work “to elucidate the intellectual premises of the future Islamic state.” Iqbal, 24 years senior to Asad, shared a German connection with Asad as he had obtained his Ph.D. from Germany. He must have inspired Asad with his towering intellect, political acumen and intimate knowledge of Islamic and Western philosophy and literature. For Iqbal’s fervent criticism of materialism, excessive individualism and Godless democracy would find echoes in the pamphlet “Islam at the Crossroads” written by Asad in 1934. This text resonated with Muslims everywhere, going through repeated printings and editions in India and Pakistan. It also appeared in an Arabic translation in Beirut in 1946 under the title “Al-Islam ‘ala muftariq al-turuq” which was published in numerous editions through the 1940s and 1950s.
The ruler of Hyderabad, the Nizam, had established a journal “Islamic Culture” which was edited by Mohammed Marmaduke Pickthall (1875-1936), a British convert to Islam well known for his English translation of the Qur’an. When Pickthall died in 1936, the Nizam chose Asad for the editorship of the journal. In October 1938, Asad resigned from the editorship of Islamic Culture, and then left India. He returned to Europe in 1939 with the intention of saving his Jewish parents from Nazis. But his efforts ended fruitlessly as Germany invaded Poland and Britain declared war against Germany in September 1939. Back in India, Asad was detained by the British rulers immediately as an enemy national and spent the next six years in internment camps with Germans, Austrians and Italians.
The scholar Martin Kramer writes that upon Asad’s release, he “wholly identified with the cause of Pakistan, which he saw not simply as a refuge, but as the framework for an ideal Islamic polity.” He understood that a new state for Muslims of India was “an historical necessity” to preserve their separate identity. After Pakistan came into being in 1947, Asad became director of the Department of Islamic Reconstruction and began formulating proposals for its constitution.
Asad’s purpose was to portray an Islamic state as a liberal, multiparty parliamentary democracy. He cited evidence in the Islamic sources for elections, parliamentary legislation and political parties. His proposals, published in March 1948 as Islamic Constitution-Making, were reflected in the Preamble to the first Constitution of Pakistan, adopted by the Constituent Assembly in 1949. That year, Asad joined Pakistan’s foreign service, eventually rising to the position of head of the Middle East Division of the Foreign Ministry. According to Kramer, “his transformation was now complete, down to his Pakistani achkan (formal Pakistani dress) and black fur cap.” In 1952, he went to New York, as Pakistan’s minister plenipotentiary to the United Nations.
Like Kashmir, Asad was also drawn to the Palestinian struggle for freedom. Early in 1922, an uncle had invited Asad to visit Jerusalem where another uncle was an ardent Zionist. But Asad was anti-Zionist even before his conversion. He wrote, “I conceived from the outset a strong objection to Zionism. I considered it immoral that immigrants should come from abroad with the avowed intention of attaining to majority in the country and thus to dispossess the people whose country it had been since time immemorial.”
At the end of 1952, Asad resigned from Pakistan Foreign Service to focus attention on what would be his masterpiece, “The Road to Mecca” which won accolades in East and West alike. Asad also planned to write a new English translation of the Qur’an and began work on it in 1960. He was not satisfied with the existing English translations of Qur’an since he believed that “familiarity with the Bedouin speech of Central and Eastern Arabia—in addition to academic knowledge of classical Arabic” was the only way for a non-Arab of his time to achieve the required understanding of the diction of the Qur’an. He admired Prince Faisal immensely and had reestablished a link with him in 1951. In 1963, Prince Faisal financed the translation project through Muslim World League. Asad published a limited edition of the first nine surahs in 1964. In 1980, he published the full translation and commentary, called “The Message of the Qur’an.”
Asad died on Feb. 20, 1992. He was buried in the small Muslim cemetery in Granada, Spain. He was, like Iqbal, deeply aware of the issues of the 20th century Islamic world. He foresaw its problems and suggested solutions which can be found all over his writings. He wanted Muslims to be aware of the glorious standards of knowledge, morality and spiritual progress set by Islam. In the modern Muslim’s struggle to attain those standards, Asad’s writings will remain a bright beacon for generations.
The author is Ambassador of Pakistan to Saudi Arabia.
Thursday 24 May 2012
Arabi News
Embassy of Brazil in London on January 20th, 2012
This event was hosted by UKTI and Intellect and focused on the trading opportunities existing between the UK and Brazil in the hi-tech sector. The slides I used during my own presentation can be found here:
Embassy of Brazil in London on January 20th, 2012
This event was hosted by UKTI and Intellect and focused on the trading opportunities existing between the UK and Brazil in the hi-tech sector. The slides I used during my own presentation can be found here:
"The only necessary condition for
development of intellect seems to be the
intent of intellect itself."
Thomas J. Chalko
Our friend Niala Boodhoo was invited
to interview Kwame Anthony Appiah,
regarding his book- and
his exploration(s) of Cultural Identity-
Tribalism- and our need(s) to be able to "categorize"
those we encounter-
be it within Our Groups- or during an UBER ride.
Slightly over my head- Intellectually speaking- but I did my best to "keep-up"!
Embassy of Brazil in London on January 20th, 2012
This event was hosted by UKTI and Intellect and focused on the trading opportunities existing between the UK and Brazil in the hi-tech sector. The slides I used during my own presentation can be found here:
Twenty two short stories about women, mostly with bare minimum education, zero ambition, and zero intellect. Often mistresses of married men, these women are intent on lying to themselves, keeping their eyes closed to the faults of "their" men - essentially a collection of stories about losers.
[Spoiler Alert]
Most of the stories end on a down note. These stories were written about thirty years ago, and most of them show their age, and not in a good way.
Twenty two short stories, with names of twenty two stations on victoria line and central line, talk about human, or rather, woman follies and weaknesses... they usually end on a depressing note after a rather nice build up. the reader does not find much evidence of Binchy's Irish humor in these pages.
Out of twenty two, about seven or eight of the stories are somewhat good, the rest of them are eminently forgettable.
My Recipe for a Great Weekend - using the Vowels of a Life to the Full
It would include doing some art or drinking some in
Making a deposit in someone else's emotional bank account, or making a withdrawal myself if I needed encouragement
The 'E' could equality be 'encouragement'
Intellect - make sure I get some brain food
Open space - I need Nature
Unusual - and my prefrontal cortex needs novelty - the Unusual to keep it engaged.
This photo was taken while entering the area for the Temple of Heaven. It was a few weeks before the Chinese New Years celebration and they were getting prepped for the Year of the Dragon.
For more photos of my trip to China and to learn how to take better photos while traveling, check out Postcard Intellect
For more information on our visit to Kiev and to learn how to take pictures like these, please visit Postcard Intellect
Tesla design models have influenced our intellects with clean power, high safety ratings and a wide array of 21st century technologies. Tesla, the purveyor of premium electric cars utilizes supercar acceleration and cat-like reflexes to also appeal to our lust for power and the primal urge to control and direct it. The Model 3 will begin pricing at $35,000 which is roughly half the cost of a base Model S. The base car will accelerate 0-60 mph in less than 6 seconds, enjoys an electric range of at least 215 miles per charge, seats five comfortably and provides storage from front and rear trunks. Expect deliveries yearend 2017.
In this image, Duncan Rawlinson brilliantly blurs the lines between photography and modern AI-powered image generation tools to produce a visually captivating portrayal of OpenAI's ChatGPT.
Rawlinson starts with his signature photographic method, leveraging his prowess in capturing the nuances of his subjects. His choice of the Phase One XF IQ4 150MP Camera ensures an unmatched level of detail, a testament to his commitment to quality.
From this photographic foundation, Rawlinson skillfully transitions to the digital art realm. The AI's "head" and its complex neural network are not captured through the lens, but through the precise and calculated application of AI image generation tools. These tools allow him to visualize an abstract concept like a neural network, converting it into tangible lines and nodes, interweaving through the AI's head.
The creation process is thus a symbiotic dance between high-resolution photography and AI-driven digital art. Rawlinson marries the tactile realism of photography with the boundless possibilities of AI-powered graphic design. The result is a unique hybrid image, demonstrating how AI can be used as an artistic tool to bring abstract concepts to life.
By creating the image in his signature style, Rawlinson adds a layer of artistic interpretation to the AI's representation. He invites the viewer to appreciate not only the AI's intricate complexity but also the novel way in which traditional photography can be elevated by modern AI tools. This image stands as a testament to the intersection of art, technology, and human creativity.
all men make mistakes. But a good man yields when he knows his course is wrong, and repairs the evil. The only crime is pride. - Sophocles
Embassy of Brazil in London on January 20th, 2012
This event was hosted by UKTI and Intellect and focused on the trading opportunities existing between the UK and Brazil in the hi-tech sector. The slides I used during my own presentation can be found here:
Embassy of Brazil in London on January 20th, 2012
This event was hosted by UKTI and Intellect and focused on the trading opportunities existing between the UK and Brazil in the hi-tech sector. The slides I used during my own presentation can be found here:
Element Collection - Air
Intellect; the energy that shapes the pattern of things to come; communication.
Gemini, Libra, Aquarius. Essential oils of bergamot and lemon.
Our glycerin soaps contain only all vegetable and natural ingredients - 100% vegan and no SLS! Because of the natural oils used to make them, our soaps may sweat more and are a bit softer than commercial brands. However, we strongly believe that using all natural and organic products will help everyone lead healthier lives and will help the environment last for generations to come. 4 oz bar.
Roberto Matta Eschaurren (Matta)
French, born Chile, 1911 - 2002
Let's Phosphoresce by Intellection II
ca. 1950
History
The John Rogers who bought Riverhill in 1840 was an only child, with a modest fortune, and a fine intellect. He became a classics scholar, a scientist and a friend of Charles Darwin. He was one of the first members of the Royal Horticultural Society and a patron of the plant collectors of the day.
He chose Riverhill because its sheltered situation offered an ideal lime free hillside where he could hope to establish newly introduced trees and shrubs. From his garden notebook, it can be seen that planting started in 1842. Subsequent generations, continued the planting and in 1910 Colonel John Middleton Rogers created what is now known as ‘The Wood Garden’ a fine collection of Japanese Maples, Rhododendrons and Azaleas. His wife, the infamous Muriel, created many additions including the now hidden Rock Gardens.
Until the beginning of the 2nd World War, eight full time gardeners kept Riverhill looking immaculate. Since the war years, however, a shortage of manpower and a lack of money has meant that the garden was allowed to deteriorate, with many parts of the original planting lost to everyday use and visitors.
Today, four generations of the Rogers family live at Riverhill,
The estate is managed by Edward Rogers (Great-great-great-grandson of the John Rogers who bought Riverhill in 1840) and his wife, Sarah.
Quote by artist Michael Crowe (not to be confused with the Art Deco Society of California Founder by the same name).
I was raised in a secular household.
Although I wasn't raised to be an atheist, I "decided" that I didn't believe in god(s) when I was quite young. I like to think that I'm an atheist purely because of my own intellect and reasoning, however the reality is that I'm probably an atheist because I wasn't raised to believe in god. Just Like most Christians are Christian because they were raised to be. The same is true for any other religion. There are a billion Muslims who were raised to believe that theirs is the one true faith just the same as the kids in Catechism class or Sunday school are taught to believe the same about their faith. Never underestimate the role indoctrination of youth plays in perpetuating religion.
Most of what I know of the Bible and Christianity comes from "Chick Tracks" passed out by evangelists outside my schools growing up or from watching Movies like "The Ten Commandments," and playing video games. I learned Revelation 21:6: "...I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end. I will give to him that is thirsty of the fountain of the water of life...," from Fallout 3. Ironically it came in a line delivered by Liam Neeson.
In high school I read Milton's "Paradise Lost" which retells the story of Adam and Eve albeit with some non Christian(even pagan) additions. Later during my first year of college I read parts of the book of Genesis and parts of the book of Ruth for a literature class. My unfamiliarity with the bible(or at least the old testament) in comparison with my classmates was apparent and I began to realize that a working knowledge of the Bible and it's stories would be valuable for interpreting and understanding much of western literature and culture.
We all know what someone means when they say "David and Goliath" or "Noah's Ark," but I figure there are many other stories that would be useful to have knowledge of for the purpose of understanding metaphors and allusions.
Thus, I ordered a Bible, a King James Version, as that seems to be one of the dominant translations (at least in protestantism), and it was the translation we used in the class where I first read parts of the Bible.
Seeing how little time i have for reading non law school material i doubt i'll get through it anytime soon, but i hope to digest it in the near future.
This is a shot of the Great Wall of China taken in Badaling, arguably the most popular tourist site when visiting the wall. I took the color out of this photo and then gradually popped the people back in an effort to accentuate the size and scale of the wall.
To check out more photos of the Great Wall, see Postcard Intellect
One learns people through the heart, not the eyes or the intellect.
-Mark Twain
Not exactly happy with this photo, but i don't have the time to play around on photoshop so this will have to do.
After staring at this photo for hours I realized that this reminds me alot of Brookeshadens "if I should die before I wake" . So although it wasn't ment to be inspired by her, I love her work so I'll give her credit anyhow.
Brooke, if you see this,I just want to say thank you for being such a great inspiration to all of us flikrites.And good luck on your gallerie prodject.
Lautréamont (1846-1870) : "Oh ! voir son intellect entre les sacrilèges mains d'un étranger. Un implacable scalpel en scrute les broussailles épaisses. La conscience exhale un long râle de malédiction. (…) Humiliation ! Notre porte est ouverte à la curiosité farouche du Céleste Bandit. Je n'ai pas mérité ce supplice infâme, toi, le hideux espion de ma causalité ! Si j'existe, je ne suis pas un autre. Je n'admets pas en moi cette équivoque pluralité. Je veux résider seul dans mon intime raisonnement. L'autonomie … ou bien qu'on me change en hippopotame. (…) Ma subjectivité et le créateur, c'est trop pour un cerveau." & Patti SMITH (1946) : "Jesus died for somebody's sins but not mine."