Muslim Artist, 85, Carves Hindu Gods on Living Trees in Viral Social Media Sensation

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Ishtiaq Ali, an 85-year-old Muslim artist, has gained widespread attention on social media for carving Hindu deities, including Lord Ganesha, directly onto living trees without harming them. Ali spent much of his life working daily wage jobs before discovering his calling in this unique form of art. His craft reflects a deep understanding of Hindu iconography, including symbolic details such as the direction of Ganesha's trunk and the significance of carving the eyes last. The artist's work has been widely shared online, drawing admiration for both his skill and his cross-cultural devotion to the art form.

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