The legacy of Ali Abdullah Khalifa: Lamps illuminating the halls of "Al-Balad"
The article discusses the celebration by Al-Bilad newspaper of the late poet Ali Abdullah Khalifa through his renowned collection "The Thirst of Dates," published in 1970. This work is notable for being the first Gulf experiment in reviving the art of maqam as a cultural form that expresses contemporary concerns. The collection highlights social issues such as the depletion of agricultural life and the frustration of date farming in Bahrain, along with personal and human experiences. It employs the seven-beat poetic style and goes beyond the traditional forms within the Tef'ila poem. Through his folk songs, the poet conveys the community's suffering and showcases a rich, traditional artistic experience that combines creativity with an expression of social reality.
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