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2/14/24, 1:34 PM PRESSR: Abu Dhabi hosts cultural symposium, highlighting literary, cultural, and scientific heritage of Andalusian civilization — Tr…
His Excellency Mohammed Al-Murr, Chairman of the ‘Andalusia: History and

Civilization’ Initiative Committee, said: “This symposium is a significant
platform to promote cultural communication and exchange between UAE and

Spain. It also serves as a platform for highlighting the features and influences of

the literary and scientific resurgence in Andalusia, showcasing its global impact.

Furthermore, it discusses the factors that have contributed to Andalusia’s

recognition as a bastion of science and knowledge, acting as a bridge between

Eastern and Western civilizations and a hub for intellectual discourse
worldwide. This cultural symposium in the UAE capital, Abu Dhabi, holds a

special symbolism as it unveils the activities of the cultural program of the

‘Andalusia: History and Civilization’ initiative, which has established a new

concept of cultural programs and projects.”

On its first day, the symposium addresses topics centered around Andalusian

culture, with a focus on its literature and influence on Arab literary traditions.
Discussions will also include the translation of Andalusian literary works and

insights into Andalusian scientific achievements, particularly within schools and

universities during the Andalusian era. The first session of the day, themed

‘Andalusian literature’ will be led by Dr. Noura Alkarbi, University of Sharjah,

with contributions from Dr. Hisham Ben Snoussi of the University of Tlemsan,

Algeria, exploring the topic, ‘The Depiction of Andalusia in Arab Narratives’. Dr.
Salah Jarrar, University of Sharjah, will discuss the topic, ‘The specificity of

Andalusian literature and the investigative movement for literature’. Dr.

Silvador Peña Martí, University of Malaga, will share insights on Andalusian

literature, while Dr. Jaime Sánchez Ratía will explore the intricacies of

‘Translation in Andalusian Literature’.

The second session of the day centered around ‘Andalusian science and
knowledge’, will be led by Dr. Adrian Diman, the University of UAE. Dr.

Mohamed El Gamal, University of Alexandria, will speak about ‘The milestones

of Andalusian civilizational achievement’, while Dr. José Miguel Puerta of the

Higher Council for Scientific Research in Madrid will explore ‘Andalusian science

and literature through the Library of Andalusians’. Meanwhile, Dr. Maribel

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