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Scroll of the Sorbaan & Medora – Worn in Sound, Washed in Meaning
A Cape Qur’anic remembrance: children once walked the streets of Bo-Kaap and District Six, dressed in sorbaans and medoras, reciting the final verses of the Qur’an. This was the Tamat — not memorised, but recited with presence. A covenant, a celebration, and a sacred procession into the heart of memory.
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From Chains to Qur’an: The Cape’s First Pilgrim and My Bloodline
Born into slavery, Hadjie Gasanodien — also known as Carel Pelgrim — became the first Cape Muslim to complete the Hajj. His story, buried in fragments of memory and history, unfolds through love, loss, literacy, and legacy. This is a personal journey to reclaim a forgotten ancestor and sacred lineage.
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Unseen Table
Adli Yacubi’s poem “Unseen Table” serves as a devotional meditation on the Divine, blending rhythmic verses reminiscent of Qur’anic language with Arabic calligraphy. It reflects on the attributes of God, providing a resonant space for spiritual connection amidst the chaos of the world, encouraging readers to embrace a quiet invocation of prayer.
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The Womb of Mercy: Unveiling the Secret of Bismillah
The content emphasizes the significance of mercy in the Islamic faith, particularly as expressed in the phrase “Bismillah” at the beginning of actions and the Qur’an. It explores the concept of mercy as intrinsic to existence, linking it to creation, relationships, and the womb. Ultimately, it advocates for a life guided by compassion and divine…
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How to Transplant a Rose Bush
Originally posted on Adli Yacubi: Survival techniques for life-changing events, in memory of Zane Ibrahim Image from Crow the Stone “Who the hell is out there?” I inquired from a shadow in my rose garden at 3am. “I have been passing your house for a month now and noticed your roses have not been pruned.…
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