Ebrahim Al-Arrayedh
Indian poet and author of Bahrain
Born
1908
117 years ago
Died
May 1st, 2002
23 years ago — 94 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
India
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An influential poet and author contributed significantly to literature in Arabic. His writings often explored themes of identity and culture, reflecting the experiences of the Indian community in Bahrain. Worked to bridge Arabic and Indian literary traditions through poetry and prose. Published several collections that gained recognition in literary circles and continued to inspire future generations of writers. Engaged in various cultural initiatives to promote literature in Bahrain.
Published poetry collections focusing on identity
Contributed to cultural initiatives in Bahrain
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