Seasonal Knowledge And The Almanac Tradition In The Arab Gulf

Author : Daniel Martin Varisco
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2022
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 3030957721

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Seasonal Knowledge and the Almanac Tradition in the Arab Gulf by Daniel Martin Varisco Pdf

This book is the first in English to survey indigenous knowledge of seasonal, astronomical, and agricultural information in Arab Gulf almanacs. It provides an extensive analysis of the traditional information available, based on local almanacs, Arabic texts and poetry by Gulf individuals, ethnographic interviews, and online forums. A major feature of the book is tracing the history of terms and concepts in the local seasonal knowledge of the Gulf, including an important genre about weather stars, stemming back to the ninth century CE. Also covered are pearl diving, fishing, seafaring, and pastoral activities. This book will be of interest to scholars who study the entire Arab region, since much of the lore was shared and continues through the present. It will also be of value to scholars who work on the Indian Ocean and Red Sea Trade Network, as well as the history of folk astronomy in the Arab World. Daniel Martin Varisco is an anthropologist and historian with research experience in Yemen, Egypt and the Arab Gulf. He has written about Arabic folk astronomy and astrology, traditional agriculture and the history of the Arab almanac. He is currently President of the American Institute for Yemeni Studies.

Author : Daniel Martin Varisco
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 458 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2022-05-14
Category : History
ISBN : 9783030957711

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Seasonal Knowledge and the Almanac Tradition in the Arab Gulf by Daniel Martin Varisco Pdf

This book is the first in English to survey indigenous knowledge of seasonal, astronomical, and agricultural information in Arab Gulf almanacs. It provides an extensive analysis of the traditional information available, based on local almanacs, Arabic texts and poetry by Gulf individuals, ethnographic interviews, and online forums. A major feature of the book is tracing the history of terms and concepts in the local seasonal knowledge of the Gulf, including an important genre about weather stars, stemming back to the ninth century CE. Also covered are pearl diving, fishing, seafaring, and pastoral activities. This book will be of interest to scholars who study the entire Arab region, since much of the lore was shared and continues through the present. It will also be of value to scholars who work on the Indian Ocean and Red Sea Trade Network, as well as the history of folk astronomy in the Arab World.

Author : Madawi Al-Rasheed
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Arabian Gulf Region
ISBN : 9780415331357

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Transnational Connections and the Arab Gulf by Madawi Al-Rasheed Pdf

This book challenges the definitions of globalisation and transnationalism as a one way process generated mainly by the Western World and the view that the latter is a twentieth century phenomenon.

Author : Daniel A. Stolz
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 331 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2018-01-11
Category : History
ISBN : 9781107196339

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The Lighthouse and the Observatory by Daniel A. Stolz Pdf

This history of astronomy in Egypt reveals how modern science came to play an authoritative role in Islamic religious practice.

Author : Von Del Chamberlain,John B. Carlson,M. Jane Young
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 398 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Science
ISBN : UOM:39015063353117

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Songs from the Sky by Von Del Chamberlain,John B. Carlson,M. Jane Young Pdf

This substantial collection of papers on indigenous astronomical knowledge is quite unequalled in its scope and extent. The authors are drawn from a variety of academic disciplines, including anthropology, archaeology, astronomy, engineering, art history, history of science, history of religion, folklore, and mythology, and bring a variety of academic perspectives to bear upon aspects of celestial knowledge and perception in diverse social contexts from many different parts of the globe. The Americas provide the main geographical focus, with twenty of the 32 papers concerning indigenous north American groups such as the Navajo, Lakota, Zuni and Blackfoot, the Mixe and Tzotzil Maya of southern Mexico, the Andean highlands and the Amazonian region of Peru, and southern coastal Brazil. The remaining twelve articles extend to the Arab world, sub-Saharan Africa, southern India, Java, Melanesia, Australia and Polynesia, with a few addressing broader synthetic themes. For a number of the culture areas dealt with in some detail here, other published information about sky knowledge is extremely scant.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 408 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Archaeoastronomy
ISBN : STANFORD:36105123805520

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Archaeoastronomy by Anonim Pdf

Author : Bruce Ingham
Publisher : John Benjamins Publishing
Page : 235 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1994-12-21
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9789027283122

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Najdi Arabic by Bruce Ingham Pdf

The region of Najd in Central Arabia has always been regarded as inaccessible, ringed by a belt of sand deserts, the Nafūd, Dahana and the Rub’ al-Khāli and often with its population at odds with the rulers of the outer settled lands. It is however the centre of a purely Arabian culture based on a partnership between bedouin camel husbandry and settled palm cultivation. Possibly as a result of overpopulation the bedouin have periodically spread over into the lands of the Fertile Crescent. Because of their isolated position the Najdi dialect is of a very interesting and archaic type showing very little non-Arabic influence, which has led to the reputation of the Arabian bedouin as preservers of the original Classical form and considerable prestige being attached to the Najdi type. Consequently the region is a powerhouse of dialect influence so that Najdi based dialects are spoken all along the Gulf Coast and throughout most of the Syrian Desert. Interest in these dialects has led to a number of recent studies of their oral literature and of the morphology and phonology. Ingham's work concentrates on the grammatical system, syntax and usage and is based on a number of trips to the region over the last fifteen years. The data base includes bedouin oral narrative, ordinary conversation and radio plays.

Author : J. G. Wood
Publisher : E-Kitap Projesi & Cheapest Books
Page : 935 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2024-01-25
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9786155564727

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Story of the Bible Animals by J. G. Wood Pdf

Owing to the different conditions of time, language, country, and race under which the various books of the Holy Scriptures were written, it is impossible that they should be rightly understood at the present day without some study of the customs and manners of Eastern peoples, as well as of the countries in which they lived. The Oriental character of the scriptural writings causes them to abound with metaphors and symbols taken from the common life of the time. They contain allusions to the trees, flowers, and herbage, the creeping things of the earth, the fishes of the sea, the birds of the air, and the beasts which abode with man or dwelt in the deserts and forests. Unless, therefore, we understand these writings as those understood them for whom they were written, it is evident that we shall misinterpret instead of rightly comprehending them. The field which is laid open to us is so large that only one department of Natural History—namely, Zoology—can be treated in this work, although it is illustrated by many references to other branches of Natural History, to the physical geography of Palestine, Egypt, and Syria, the race-character of the inhabitants, and historical parallels. The importance of understanding the nature, habits, and uses of the animals which are constantly mentioned in the Bible, cannot be overrated as a means of elucidating the Scriptures, and without this knowledge we shall not only miss the point of innumerable passages of the Old and New Testaments, but the words of our Lord Himself will often be totally misinterpreted, or at least lose part of their significance. The object of the present work is therefore, to take in its proper succession, every creature whose name is given in the Scriptures, and to supply so much of its history as will enable the reader to understand all the passages in which it is mentioned.

Author : Daniel Martin Varisco
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 349 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Agriculture
ISBN : 0295973781

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Medieval Agriculture and Islamic Science by Daniel Martin Varisco Pdf

"This volume is the first critical edition of a medieval almanac from the Arabian Peninsula. It presents the Arabic text, an English translation, and a detailed analysis of a thirteenth-century agricultural almanac (dated by internal evidence to A.H. 670-71/A.D. 1271) compiled by the Yemeni sultan al-Malik al-Ashraf Umar ibn Yusuf, the third sultan of the Rasulid dynasty (13th-15th cent.). This almanac comprises one chapter of al-Ashraf's scientific treatise Kitab al-Tabsira fi ilm al-nujum (Instruction in the science of astronomy and astrology). Al-Ashraf's is the earliest and most detailed of eight extant Rasulid almanacs." "The almanac as a literary and scientific genre in Arab tradition has received little scholarly attention, although hundreds of manuscripts exist. This study of almanac information draws the reader across the arbitrary boundaries of disciplines into the full array of medieval science and esoterica. Al-Ashraf's almanac contains information on astronomy, astrology, time-keeping, meteorology, plants and animals, agriculture (including tax periods), health, and navigation not only for Yemen but for other parts of the medieval world as well. It is the earliest source to document the dates of the Indian Ocean sailing periods to and from the port of Aden. The almanac provides a view of a medieval trading network extending from North Africa and southern Europe to the Indian Ocean and China." "Information in the almanac is derived from both the general Islamic almanac tradition and ethnographic knowledge of local practice and folklore. Although the almanac is not meant to be a descriptive record of the agricultural cycle, for example, it is obvious that most of the information is based on observation of actual practices and on knowledge of folklore. Details of the Yemeni agricultural cycle, primarily for the coastal region and the southern highlands, are extremely valuable and supplement discussions in extant Rasulid agricultural and tax treatises." "Varisco's extensive commentary explains how the terminology and concepts of al-Ashraf's text are related to those of earlier and contemporaneous scientific texts throughout the Islamic world and uses his own ethnographic research on Yemeni rural economy and folklore to enhance his interpretation of the almanac. One of the rewarding aspects of studying the Yemeni almanacs is that many of the agricultural activities mentioned can still be observed and documented. The study of a medieval almanac as part of a living tradition can be accomplished in Yemen better perhaps than anywhere else in the Arab world. The older generation still retains much of the accumulated agricultural and environmental lore from scores of previous generations. Not only would it be impossible to understand some of the almanac terminology without knowledge of present-day Yemeni dialects, but ethnographic study of traditional agriculture and folk science, despite changes over time, helps in the interpretation of old written sources." "Because al-Ashraf's almanac addresses a wide range of subjects, readers from diverse disciplines will find this volume of value. Not only will it be a basic reference for anyone interested in Yemen, both ancient and modern, but it has much to offer scholars of medieval economy, science, and technology. Varisco's textual approach of combining historical and contextual analysis with ethnographic fieldwork further enhances the appeal and value of this study."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Author : Llewellyn,Elizabeth Barrette,Diana Rajchel,James Kambos,Thea Fiore-Bloom,Charlie Rainbow Wolf,Natalie Zaman,Suzanne Ress,Annie Burdick,Linda Raedisch,Mireille Blacke,Holly Bellebuono,Vannoy Gentles Fite,Monica Crosson,Divina Cornick,Kathy Vilim,Autumn Damiana,Anne Sala,Sandra Kynes,Susan Pesznecker,Rachael Witt,Kathy Martin,Kristen Schuhmann,JD Hortwort
Publisher : Llewellyn Worldwide
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2020-07-08
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9780738763668

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Llewellyn's 2021 Herbal Almanac by Llewellyn,Elizabeth Barrette,Diana Rajchel,James Kambos,Thea Fiore-Bloom,Charlie Rainbow Wolf,Natalie Zaman,Suzanne Ress,Annie Burdick,Linda Raedisch,Mireille Blacke,Holly Bellebuono,Vannoy Gentles Fite,Monica Crosson,Divina Cornick,Kathy Vilim,Autumn Damiana,Anne Sala,Sandra Kynes,Susan Pesznecker,Rachael Witt,Kathy Martin,Kristen Schuhmann,JD Hortwort Pdf

Llewellyn's Herbal Almanac offers a wide variety of practical ideas on how to benefit from nature's most versatile plants. With hands-on projects, fresh ideas, and tips and techniques, this guide is designed for herb enthusiasts of all skill levels. It also features innovative herbal ideas that span gardening, cooking, crafts, health, beauty, history, and lore. This year's edition also includes profiles for ginger, rhubarb, chamomile, sunflower, and comfrey and articles on: Aromatics for Nervous, Respiratory, and Digestive Systems • Edible Wild Herbs and Grasses • Swedish Princess Cake with Matcha • Chewable Herbal Pills • Late-Season Herb Gardening • Italian Citrus Fruits • Soup Garden • Tinctures • Crafting with Recycled Materials • Herbal Bath Recipes • The Gardens of Pompeii • Gourmet Herbal Sandwiches • Conservation Plants • Homemade Herbal Scrubs • And Much More

Author : J. Maclean,B. Hardy,G. Hettel
Publisher : IRRI
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2013-12-01
Category : Rice
ISBN : 9789712203008

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Rice Almanac, 4th edition by J. Maclean,B. Hardy,G. Hettel Pdf

This fourth edition of the Rice Almanac continues the tradition of the first three editions by showcasing rice as the most important staple food in the world and all that is involved in maintaining rice production. It also breaks new ground in its coverage of issues related to rice production, both environmental--including climate change--and its importance for food security and the global economy. It also further expands coverage of the world’s rice production area by featuring 80 rice-producing countries around the world.

Author : Daniel Martin Varisco
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 39 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2010-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780199806539

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Islam in Yemen: Oxford Bibliographies Online Research Guide by Daniel Martin Varisco Pdf

This ebook is a selective guide designed to help scholars and students of Islamic studies find reliable sources of information by directing them to the best available scholarly materials in whatever form or format they appear from books, chapters, and journal articles to online archives, electronic data sets, and blogs. Written by a leading international authority on the subject, the ebook provides bibliographic information supported by direct recommendations about which sources to consult and editorial commentary to make it clear how the cited sources are interrelated related. A reader will discover, for instance, the most reliable introductions and overviews to the topic, and the most important publications on various areas of scholarly interest within this topic. In Islamic studies, as in other disciplines, researchers at all levels are drowning in potentially useful scholarly information, and this guide has been created as a tool for cutting through that material to find the exact source you need. This ebook is a static version of an article from Oxford Bibliographies Online: Islamic Studies, a dynamic, continuously updated, online resource designed to provide authoritative guidance through scholarship and other materials relevant to the study of the Islamic religion and Muslim cultures. Oxford Bibliographies Online covers most subject disciplines within the social science and humanities, for more information visit www.aboutobo.com.

Author : John Borrows
Publisher : University of Toronto Press
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2017-06-22
Category : Law
ISBN : 9781487516758

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Recovering Canada by John Borrows Pdf

Canada is covered by a system of law and governance that largely obscures and ignores the presence of pre-existing Indigenous regimes. Indigenous law, however, has continuing relevance for both Aboriginal peoples and the Canadian state. In his in-depth examination of the continued existence and application of Indigenous legal values, John Borrows suggests how First Nations laws could be applied by Canadian courts, and tempers this by pointing out the many difficulties that would occur if the courts attempted to follow such an approach. By contrasting and comparing Aboriginal stories and Canadian case law, and interweaving political commentary, Borrows argues that there is a better way to constitute Aboriginal / Crown relations in Canada. He suggests that the application of Indigenous legal perspectives to a broad spectrum of issues that confront us as humans will help Canada recover from its colonial past, and help Indigenous people recover their country. Borrows concludes by demonstrating how Indigenous peoples' law could be more fully and consciously integrated with Canadian law to produce a society where two world views can co-exist and a different vision of the Canadian constitution and citizenship can be created.

Author : Sara Ellen Wiltse
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 104 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 1900
Category : Fairy tales
ISBN : HARVARD:HN24U5

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Folklore and Proverbs by Sara Ellen Wiltse Pdf

Author : Oxford University Press
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 31 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2010-05-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780199804108

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Orientalism and Islam: Oxford Bibliographies Online Research Guide by Oxford University Press Pdf

This ebook is a selective guide designed to help scholars and students of Islamic studies find reliable sources of information by directing them to the best available scholarly materials in whatever form or format they appear from books, chapters, and journal articles to online archives, electronic data sets, and blogs. Written by a leading international authority on the subject, the ebook provides bibliographic information supported by direct recommendations about which sources to consult and editorial commentary to make it clear how the cited sources are interrelated related. A reader will discover, for instance, the most reliable introductions and overviews to the topic, and the most important publications on various areas of scholarly interest within this topic. In Islamic studies, as in other disciplines, researchers at all levels are drowning in potentially useful scholarly information, and this guide has been created as a tool for cutting through that material to find the exact source you need. This ebook is a static version of an article from Oxford Bibliographies Online: Islamic Studies, a dynamic, continuously updated, online resource designed to provide authoritative guidance through scholarship and other materials relevant to the study of the Islamic religion and Muslim cultures. Oxford Bibliographies Online covers most subject disciplines within the social science and humanities, for more information visit www.aboutobo.com.