The Blue, Indian Jews on View in Manhattan

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"Beloved" (Sarah and Hagar) By Sonia Benjamin

NEW YORK - In the vibrant world created by Indian-Jewish artist Siona Benjamin (born in Bombay, now living in New Jersey), Biblical characters come in the form of blue angels who face problems and dilemmas of the contemporary world. [link]
"Unable to deal with the conflict between Sarah and Hagar, Abraham tells Sarah to “do what is right in her eyes,” said Siona. "The Sarah and Hagar in my painting titled “Beloved” are reunited. In deep embrace they are mere reflections of each other. Being raised Jewish in a Hindu and Muslim India, I grew up having close friendships with Muslims. I cannot but see the similarities we share as human beings not our differences." “Finding Home: The Art of Siona Benjamin.” features paintings that fuse Indian art practices like miniature images with biblical and Sephardic imagery. The exhibition runs through July 29 at the 76th Street Jewish Community Center in Manhattan, NYC.