Culture of Jerusalem
Jerusalem Architecture a Witness of a Rich History
Distinctive Architecture Jerusalem is a city rich in architecture with various histories etched in its walls , from the Greeks to the Byzantines –Romans to the Coptic Egyptian up until the Islamic empires.[1]Anywhere you go in the city, its distinguished [...]
Jerusalem in Art a Symbol of Holiness and Aesthetic
Role of Art Jerusalem, the city of holiness and beauty, has been the subject of many artistic works. Not only did Arabs and Palestinians dedicate special corners of their imagination and creativity for Jerusalem, but western and international artists [...]
Jerusalem By Henry Cattan: The Unique Face of Jerusalem
Because of Jerusalem’s cultural, religious and historical significance, the city is often the subject of many works of art and literature. This piece will focus on the book Jerusalem, written by Henry Cattan.[1] The Book: Jerusalem is one of [...]
The Educational Pictorial Atlas an Illustrated documentation of Jerusalem
Overview Al-Quds: The Educational Pictorial Atlas by Dr. Hassan Ali Mustafa Khater is the first volume of a whole project that addresses Jerusalem landmarks in an illustrated and documented method. The 362 page book was first published in 2013 [...]
Fashion
The Jerusalemite Thoub
A Special Touch of History Each Palestinian traditional dress reflects the heritage, customs, traditions, and nature of the population. The coastal dress for example is a mixture of Greek and Roman, while the mountain dress is devoid of embroidery due women's preoccupation with agriculture, unlike the Be'er Saba’a dress [...]
Food
Bagel of Jerusalem
A Remarkable Taste Jerusalem is famous for its sesame bagel that according to many, cannot be copied or imitated. Some believe that the secret lies in the special recipe that is used by the Jerusalemite bakers; others think that the water of Jerusalem makes all the difference, while some think [...]
Games
The Sword and the Shield
The sword and the shield is a traditional game that is widely spread in the Levant, including Palestine. This game spread out greatly in Jerusalem during the Ottoman Rule.[1] It was played formally in specific occasions such as Muslim and Christian Feasts, especially Eid Al-Adha and Holy Saturday.[2] The [...]
Literary
Jerusalem in Arab Poetry (1): The Religious Dimension
For many centuries, Jerusalem had been internationally recognized for its contributions to literature and art. Arabs, who were diversified in terms of religious orientation, used Jerusalem in their creative work, presenting the city in different frames and through different lenses, such as historical, political, social, national, and religious ones. [...]
Literary the Narrator of the Two Sides of the Story
Jerusalem has always held a special significance throughout its history, whether for its religious status or for its national symbolism. Different nations ruled the city in different eras contributed to expressing their affection and respect to the holy status of the city whether by art, architecture, religious and historical [...]
Music
Music as a Jerusalemite National Message
Jerusalem is the unified cultural identity for Arabs. For years the city has been subject to Israeli attempts to blur and distort; it became the duty of all Arabs to protect the cultural and artistic heritage of the city from loss and theft. Music is one of the weapons [...]
Traditions
The Jerusalemite Wedding Procession
Because the Old City of Jerusalem is the epicenter of the conflict, the Jerusalemites dedicated their whole social lives to serve the cause and defend the city’s Arab character and nationality. Al-Aqsa yard is considered a starting point for Jerusalemites social events; they pray on their dead, document marriage contracts, [...]
