Talk
WHEN
February 27, 2023
6:30-8 PM
WHERE
NYUAD Campus, Conference Center
WHO
NYU Abu Dhabi Institute
Open to the Public
The Cairo Genizah is a collection of Jewish manuscripts from the Middle Ages found in an ancient synagogue in Al-Fustat, Egypt. It is a valuable resource for understanding the history, culture, and everyday life of Jews in the medieval Islamic world. Recently, it has been recognized for its significance in the study of Arabic literature and culture, as Jews in the Genizah also wrote and copied poetry in Arabic for both sacred and leisurely purposes. This panel discusses the Genizah Collection’s role in helping us understand medieval culture, and highlights the collection’s Arabic poetic literature, showcasing the enduring role of poetry in communal life.
Prior to the talk, the Humanities Research Fellowship for the Study of the Arab World invites you to the opening of Geniza in the Gulf Exhibition curated by these speakers. For more information, please click here
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