![]() ![]() It was also the norm among publishers in Muslim majority countries at the time to draw faceless characters, and we followed suit when Learning Roots first started and it became part of our brand identity. So, we understood these hadith at face-value without much further research, depth or commentary. ![]() No-one in their right mind would want to risk facing such punishment. Ibn ‘Abbas (R) narrated: “I heard the Messenger of Allah (S) say, ‘Whoever makes an image in this world will be told to breathe life into it in the Day of Resurrection, and he will not be able to do so.’” (Bukhari & Muslim). Why so? Because we were aware of hadith such as the following:Ību Talhah (R) narrated: “I heard the Prophet (S) say: ‘The angels do not enter any house in which there is a dog or an image.’” (Muslim). The characters were drawn with blank faces. ![]() To understand the change, we have to go back to 2006 when Learning Roots first featured characters in its products. It reflects the development of our company’s journey with the matter, and so what you’re about to read will trace those experiences and reflections. It’s not something taken lightly and not without consequences. And here it is…įirst of all, this decision was taken after much research, discussion, debate and deliberation. At the very least, an explanation is due. These are some of the comments we’ve heard from our customers in recent times since we’ve started to illustrate our characters with facial features. “Is this part of a premeditated conspiracy, to water-down the deen of our children?” “I’m surprised and disappointed with this move.” “I liked the fact that you were one of few publishers that didn’t show facial features. “Why do your character illustrations show facial features now?” South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands (GBP £) ![]()
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