👉 A hemistich is a type of painting that uses two opposing colors to create contrast and unity in a composition. It is often used in religious or cultural contexts, where it represents the two different faiths or beliefs represented by the same image. In terms of poetry, a "hemistich" refers to a poem that contains two opposing lines that are not aligned with each other but rather flow from one to the other, creating a visual and thematic unity. This is often used in the context