When designer Othman Khunji set out to create Prayary, a 3D-printed prayer mat, the intention was to create an object that would make it worthwhile for children and adults to remember why there is meaning in worshiping Allah.
Through the movements that are involved during Islamic Prayer, the high-tech prayer mat's mechanisms are set to create a Misbah rosary. After the prayer process has been completed, away from the mat, people are left with a reminder of their religious beliefs that they can wear.
Although the prayer process is not interrupted in any way, the traditional prayer mat is reimagined with woodcutting, laser cutting and 3D-printing so that there is appeal to modern audiences who may need some coaxing when it comes to religious practice.
3D-Printed Prayer Mats
Othman Khunji's Prayary Adds Incentive to Religious Rituals
Trend Themes
1. High-tech Prayer Mats - The development of high-tech prayer mats presents opportunities for incorporating innovative features to enhance religious rituals.
2. Integration of Technology in Religion - The integration of technology into religious practices opens up new possibilities for creating meaningful experiences and engaging younger generations.
3. Personalized Religious Artifacts - The use of 3D printing technology allows for the creation of personalized religious artifacts that can serve as tangible reminders of one's faith.
Industry Implications
1. Religious Goods Manufacturing - The manufacturing industry for religious goods can explore the production of high-tech prayer mats and other innovative religious artifacts.
2. Technology and Spirituality - The intersection of technology and spirituality provides opportunities for companies to develop products and services that cater to religious practices.
3. Children's Religious Education - The development of high-tech prayer mats and other interactive religious tools creates opportunities for the education industry to engage children in religious learning through technology.