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"Yala yana" is a Wolof (Senegalese language) expression which one often finds painted on the front of the "car rapides". Translated as "God is great" or "by the grace of God", it symbolizes the acceptance of divine wish. Written on the sign covering the genitals of the character shown with a submissive attitude, this inscription is an invitation to reflection and piety. It is also for Fode a possible explanation of the irresponsibility of man who gives life without concern for the future of what he gives. Very concerned by the social problems affecting Senegalese society, he does not hesitate to attack in a brutal manner these incoherences. As a Muslim, he sees religion as a counterweight necessary for the natural propensity of man. In his work, religion is often written in filigree. The vertical separation on the canvas could symbolize the environment, the balance between the Garden of Eden in green and Hell in red or yellow. In this depiction, man generally has a tendancy to position himself towards the red in saying "Yala yana bey sa tol". But far from being a judge, he often represents himself in his painting to show that he is no exception from the rule.
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