The oldest public library in the Islamic world has always been the focus of interest for historians and knowledge lovers. It was not just a place to keep books, but a living symbol of the prosperity of Islamic civilization and its keenness to spread and exchange knowledge. This library was an example of the humanitarian vision that brought together different cultures and contributed to the transfer of sciences from the world's languages into Arabic, making it [...]

Arab readers today are increasingly eager for knowledge sources that combine comprehensiveness and accuracy, and give them a deeper understanding of the components of thought and literature in Islamic and Arab civilization. In this context, the Encyclopedia of Thought and Literature comes as a knowledge bridge linking the past to the present, offering researchers and interested parties a rich space to explore the paths of creativity and intellectual diversity that have shaped the features of our culture over time. What is the Encyclopedia of [...]

Al-Aghani - Abu al-Faraj al-Isfahani is one of the greatest works immortalized in Arab history. It is a unique literary encyclopedia that tells the history of poetry and music from the Jahiliyah to the Abbasid era, and documents the life of the Arabs through their poems, melodies, and stories. This monumental travelogue combines wit and knowledge, presenting an integrated picture of the development of literary and musical taste in Arab civilization, [...]

The Islamic conquest series (Khaybar) is at the forefront of the Islamic historical scene as one of the prominent landmarks that combined military acumen, conscious leadership, and political vision that established a new stage in the course of the Islamic state. Khaybar was the focus of the Muslims' attention because it represented an impregnable fortress and a strong economic center, and its victory was a testimony to the cohesion of the Islamic ranks and their ability to manage wars with intelligence and planning [...]

In the midst of such a plethora of publications and books that cover every imaginable topic, many find themselves puzzled in front of bookstore shelves or online store lists, wondering how to choose their next book: How do you choose your next book? The desire to acquire a book that combines pleasure and usefulness, and opens new horizons for knowledge or self-development, remains a common desire among all reading lovers, whether [...]

Have you ever wondered why there are horror stories that make your heart skip a beat and prevent you from sleeping, and others that pass without a trace? The attraction of this genre of literature lies not only in the supernatural idea, but also in the way the event is told and how the tension is built moment by moment. A skilled horror or fantasy writer knows exactly how to [...]

Many people love the smell of books and the sound of turning pages, but the question remains: How do you build your own library in a way that makes this passion a real space that reflects your taste and culture? A library is not just shelves and volumes, it is a small world that embraces your interests and gives you the pleasure of discovery every day. It is the corner that expresses your intellectual identity and transforms reading from an individual hobby to an experience [...]

The biography of Abbas Mahmoud al-Aqqad is of interest to anyone interested in modern Arabic literature and thought. Al-Aqqad was not just a writer or poet who wrote down his thoughts, but a rebellious mind in search of the truth in a time of intellectual and political constraints. In his personality, boldness meets free thought, and his defense of individual independence and intellectual dignity in the face of currents [...]

Ancient texts carry the voices of past civilizations, wisdom and human experiences that continue to inspire minds and raise questions. With the passage of time, these texts sometimes seem distant from the realities of contemporary life. When you read them, you encounter a gap in language or cultural context that makes it more complicated to communicate with them. Despite this distance in time, the passion for discovering deep meanings remains [...]

Search among the treasures of Islamic heritage, and you will find that Ibn Qadama's name shines as one of the most prominent and influential Hanbali scholars in the history of jurisprudence and doctrine. He was one of the scholars who combined depth of understanding and accuracy of methodology, leaving behind a rich scientific legacy that left a clear imprint on the course of Islamic thought. A book by Ibn Qadama is not only read as pages of [...]