The Cultural Shather Diwan in London hosts Professor Hussein Al-Sakkaf to talk about the philosophy of beauty and the aesthetics of color.

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The Al-Shadhar Cultural Salon in London Hosts Professor Hussein Al-Sakkaf to Discuss the Philosophy of Beauty and the Aesthetics of Color London - Bahr Al Arab In an atmosphere filled with culture and refined dialogue, the Al-Shadhar Cultural Salon in London hosted a special evening on Saturday, September 13, 2025, with researcher and academic Professor Hussein Al-Sakkaf, who presented a rich lecture entitled "The Aesthetics of Color and the Philosophy of Beauty: Towards a Refined Human Taste," in the presence of a large gathering of philosophers, scientists, artists, and those interested in cultural affairs. The editor-in-chief of the Bahr Al Arab newspaper was also honored to attend. The evening began at 6:30 PM with a welcoming speech from the salon's management, during which they welcomed the attendees, emphasizing the importance of such gatherings in promoting cultural and intellectual communication among members of the Arab community in Britain, and building bridges of dialogue with the global academic and artistic community. During his lecture, Professor Al-Sakkaf spoke at length about the role of color in shaping human taste and how it is reflected in human emotions, pointing out that color has a power that goes beyond the visual aspect to touch the psychological, spiritual, spatial, and temporal depth of the human being. He also reviewed the history of the philosophy of beauty from its beginnings with the Greek philosophers to its contemporary developments, explaining how aesthetic concepts throughout history have contributed to building a balanced human being and shaping the features of an ideal society. The lecture sparked widespread interaction from the attendees, who expressed their admiration for the profound presentation and comprehensive vision presented by Al-Sakkaf. The lecture was followed by an open discussion in which the attendees exchanged questions and visions about the themes of beauty, art, and their role in daily life. A number of participants affirmed that such events enrich the Arab cultural scene in the diaspora and open new horizons for dialogue and critical thinking, stressing that beauty - in its various manifestations - will remain an eternal subject for research and analysis by philosophers, scientists, and artists throughout the ages. The evening concluded with words of thanks and appreciation to Professor Hussein Al-Sakkaf for his rich intellectual contribution, amidst a friendly atmosphere that reflected the spirit of cultural and intellectual communication that Al-Shadhar Salon seeks to establish in London.