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Islamic Art
The Three Faces of Mansaf: A Culinary Reflection of Jordanian and Palestinian Lifestyles
By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer In Jordanian and Palestinian culture, mansaf is more than just a dish; it is a symbol of heritage, hospitality, and communal values. This traditional meal, steeped in history and cultural significance, brings people together to share not just food but a sense of identity and belonging. Mansaf’s … Continued
Rewriting the Music Playbook: Harget Kart’s Art of Fusion
By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer Imagine a band that takes the ordinary, lights it on fire, and from the ashes creates something extraordinary. This is Harget Kart—a name that, in the Arabic Jordanian dialect, means “to burn a photo card.” Just as their name suggests, Harget Kart has set the conventional boundaries … Continued
“Those Who Hide the Sun”: Hani Al-Najjar’s Experiment from Detroit to Boston Redefines Knowledge
By: Yara Marei / Arab America Contributing Writer In a world where we often take knowledge for granted, seldom questioning the foundations of what we believe to be true, Hani Al-Najjar’s book Those Who Hide the Sun challenges us to rethink everything we think we know. This book is not merely a call to question … Continued
Syrian Architecture: The History of Courtyard Homes in Syria
By: Souria Dabbousi / Arab America Contributing Writer Syrian architecture is diverse and rich, combining influences from various civilizations throughout history. It features stunning palaces, mosques, and ancient ruins, showcasing intricate details and unique architectural styles. Courtyard homes are also a significant part of Syrian architecture which holds a great deal of history to the … Continued
6 Styles of Arabic Calligraphy
By: Souria Dabbousi / Arab America Contributing Writer Arabic calligraphy is the art of writing and forming letters in a decorative and expressive way using the Arabic script. It is an important part of Islamic art and has been used for centuries to decorate mosques, manuscripts, and other objects. It is a centuries-old art form … Continued
The Humble Gift: The Work of Lebanese-Armenian Artist Harout Bastajian
By Yaara Aleissa / Arab America Contributing Writer Inside the mind of the artist A civil war in Lebanon and a need for solace and quietness becomes a move to the countryside, escaping the war-torn cities. Yet, it’s not just an escape from location but an escape of mind. On this side of the country, … Continued
A Look on Singapore’s Arab Street
By: Souria Dabbousi / Arab America Contributing Writer We all know of New York’s Chinatown and LA’s Little Tokyo but have you heard of Singapore’s Arab Street? This neighborhood in Singapore is well-known as a center for culture, cuisine, and entertainment. It is a cultural neighborhood that honors Singapore’s many ethnic groups. It got its … Continued
Islamic Art in the Metropolitan Museum
By: Souria Dabbousi / Arab America Contributing Writer The Islamic art in the Met’s collection dates from the seventh through the twenty-first century. With pieces from as far east as Central Asia and Indonesia and as far west as Spain and Morocco, it has more than 15,000 artifacts that represent the immense diversity and breadth … Continued
‘The Dove’s Lost Necklace,’ A Forgotten History of the Arab World
By: Adam Abdel-Qader / Arab America Contributing Writer Introduction: The ‘Dove’s Lost Necklace’ is a captivating film that reflects a time in Arab history when peace, knowledge, and the pursuit of love were among some of the most priceless virtues within Arab culture. The film gives a vivid representation of the often-forgotten Arab civilization that … Continued
Khan al Khalili- the Center of Old Islamic Cairo
By: Caroline Umphlet / Arab America Contributing Writer Khan al-Khalili is the most famous market in Egypt, and even one of the oldest open-air markets in the entire Arab World. Located in the heart of old Islamic Cairo, it stretches about half a square mile and is easily walkable from end to end. The market … Continued
Tulip: The Ottoman Obsession
The Tulip design takes center stage in Islamic design and architecture, trip to Turkey will show you elaborate and archaic designs of tulips on every facet of their world, appearing on ceramic dishes, tea cups, plates, tiles, embroidery, carpets, and of course on old and historical buildings, monuments, and mosques. Which begs the question, why is this floral design so popular in Islamic architecture and design. Arab America contributing writer, Menal Elmaliki, explores the geometric shapes and patterns have always been a part of Islamic art and architecture since Islam forbade the drawings of human, from it blossomed a theatrical feat of creativity.
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