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readers.

The second one consists of five poetry collections praising the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and highlighting his
noble character and virtues.

The third and final category features five books aimed at children and young readers, presenting the Seerah in a

simplified and inspiring manner.

All publications will be available for purchase at the Al Bader store throughout the festival.

The festival will include activities such as storytelling sessions for children, poetry reading sessions that celebrate the
beauty of prophetic praise, and a panel discussion featuring researchers and creatives.

Additionally, the event will showcase spiritual musical performances (Inshad) by a selection of renowned Arab artists

and musical ensembles, with a special performance by Tunisian artist Lotfi Bouchnak.

Dr. Hamad Abdulrahman Al Buqaishi, Secretary General of the Al Bader Initiative, said: “The festival’s opening

ceremony will feature a unique artistic and theatrical operetta performed by school students from Fujairah.

Furthermore, there will be a series of art workshops led by prominent Arab and international artists, specialising in
Islamic arts, providing an educational and creative experience for visitors and participants.”

The festival will feature the winning entries from the third edition of the Al Bader Award in local and international
categories. It will also include the Al Burda Exhibition ,organised by the Ministry of Culture and the Radiance of

Maqamat exhibition, which celebrates the art of miniatures and its Arabic roots through the works of Arab artist Yahya

Al Wasiti.

The Al Bader Festival, as in previous years, is dedicated to integrating arts, educational activities and religious values

by showcasing artistic and narrative works inspired by the noble biography of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

The festival will also feature specialists who will conduct various workshops and provide interactive platforms for
audience engagement. The aim is to promote religious and cultural values through diverse forms of Islamic art and

literature, instill these values in future generations, and highlight their impact on individuals and society.

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