Peace for the Soul

A common space for harmonic peacemakers

Mughal Ganjifa playing cards with miniature paintings of animals. Early 19th century.

Collection : Wovensouls Antique Textiles & Art Gallery, Singapore.

Gånjåpā (are the traditional playing cards from the east Indian state Odisha .

Popular in the Indian subcontinent since the sixteenth century, ganjifa is notable for its hand-painted playing cards.

The name 'ganjifa' likely derives from the Persian word ganj, meaning treasure or money.

It can also refer to the trick-taking card game that they are used for. It is played with circular shaped Pattachitra painted cards. Originated in the 16th century, Ganjaku is a recreational game for male members of the Odia society, primarily villagers, kings and their courtmen.

Views: 7

Quote of the moment:

"PEACE
NOT WAR
GENEROSITY
NOT GREED
EMPATHY
NOT HATE
CREATIVITY
NOT DESTRUCTION
EVERYBODY
NOT JUST US"

* * *

Connect With Us!




Please consider a donation to help with our site costs. All donations are greatly appreciated.



We light a candle for all our friends and members that have passed to the other side.

Gone from our life and forever moved into our heart. ~ ❤️ ~


Pray for Peace

Grant us peace
#Ukraine

Two beautiful graphics for anyone to use, donated and created by Shannon Wamsely

Shannon Wamsley

Designed by Michelle Yd Frost

Windy Willow (Salix Tree)
Artist Silvia Hoefnagels
Ireland NOV 2020
(image copyright Silvia Hoefnagels)

She writes,
"Love, acceptance and inclusion. Grant us peace."

Birthdays

Badge

Loading…

© 2025   Created by Eva Libre.   Powered by

Badges  |  Report an Issue  |  Terms of Service