The “Nights of Poetry” program pays tribute to the voice of Ali Mushab Al-Kindi Al-Murir during a special cultural evening organized by the Al Dhafra Book Festival. This event highlighted the life of the late Emirati poet, showcasing significant milestones in his poetic journey and his contributions to the Emirati literary scene, which stirred the audience’s passion and enhanced their appreciation for his artistic and human legacy.
Appreciation for Cultural Heritage
The Al Dhafra Book Festival organized a specialized cultural evening as part of the “Nights of Poetry: Voices Loved by People” program to commemorate the poet Ali Mushab Al-Kindi Al-Murir. The session featured important moments from his poetic career and celebrated his creative legacy and the human imprint he left on the memory of popular poetry. The session was moderated by media figure Hamid bin Mohammedi, and included participation from poet and heritage researcher Ali Al-Kindi Al-Murir, artist Mohammed Al-Hamli, and percussionist Abdullah Abdulkarim.
Live Testimonies and Poetic Creations
The evening included a variety of segments, ranging from personal testimonies to poetry readings and musical performances. The audience revisited some of the late poet’s most famous poems, with Ali Al-Murir, representing the poet’s family, shedding light on Ali Mushab’s life and his journey in the world of poetry. He pointed out the profound influence of the desert environment and his family’s poetic heritage, noting that he began composing poetry at a young age, delving deeply into its meanings, which later qualified him to be part of the committees overseeing the publication of several poetry collections from the poets of Al Dhafra.
A Rooted Poetic Legacy
During this session, Ali Al-Murir discussed the journey of poet Ali Mushab and how his ancestors played a prominent role in poetry, including the well-known poet Ali bin Salem Boumelha. He noted that his family was renowned for piety and poetry, which earned him a special place in the local poetic memory. In an atmosphere of interaction and celebration, aspects of the poet’s life were highlighted, including his childhood among the water sources in the desert, a theme that was vividly reflected in his poems documenting the daily life of the Bedouins.
Poems that Reflect Reality
The evening also showcased the rich poetic experience of Ali Mushab, who left behind more than 500 poems covering various themes, from love to homeland. The attendees discussed the poetic exchanges and dialogues he had with several poets of his time. A wonderful musical touch was added through the performance of artist Mohammed Al-Hamli, who excelled in composing and singing several of the poet’s poems, adding an extra spirit to the session. The poems presented, such as “O Eye, Your Tears Flow on My Cheek” and “O My Country, You Are the Dearest Homeland,” received a great response from the audience, reflecting their love and admiration for Emirati popular poetry.
The “Nights of Poetry” program honors the voice of Ali Mushab Al-Kindi Al-Murir in a way that reflects pride and celebration of cultural heritage, keeping his voice and poetic memory alive in the hearts of his admirers.