Feature: What are the Mathematical Origins of Star Patterns?

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Presenter: Ghia Zaatari

Delivered: NYC on April 24, 2016

This afikra feature goes into detail on the mathematical origins of star patterns and ways that such complexities reflect on Divine Order.

Sources & Future References

• History’s Hands by Randy Kennedy - The New York Times

• Saudi Aramco World : Zillij in Fez

• The Complex Geometry of Islamic Design - Eric Broug | TED-Ed

• Islamic Patterns & Sacred Geometry - YouTube

• Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Makers

• Yawmeya(r)t

• GRAIL: UW Graphics and Imaging Laboratory

• The Metropolitan Museum of Art

• The Art of Islamic Pattern

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