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Archive Reference (shelfmark) EAP1042/9

11. EAP1042/9/10

Reference (shelfmark):
EAP1042/9/10
Title:
Celebrating Prophet Muhammad
Scope & Content:
Transliterated title: Biniiboo. The manuscript is a recent copy of a panegyric poem (Mandinka: Biniiboo). It praises Prophet Muhammad. It is written in classical Arabic with extensive glosses in Arabic and Mandinka Ajami. Custodial history: The owner received it from his father's young brother...
Collection Area:
Endangered Archives Programme
Languages:
Arabic and Mandinka
Date Range:
20th century
Extent:
11 TIFF images

12. EAP1042/9/11

Reference (shelfmark):
EAP1042/9/11
Title:
Celebrating Prophet Muhammad's Birthday
Scope & Content:
Transliterated title: Kalifa la Mawluudoo. The manuscript is a photocopy of a poem that the owner calls Kalifa la Mawluudoo. It is a hagiographic poem that recounts the story of Prophet Muhammad, beginning before his birth and ending after his death. It is chanted during the celebration of Prop...
Collection Area:
Endangered Archives Programme
Languages:
Arabic and Mandinka
Date Range:
20th century
Extent:
167 TIFF images