The Mu’allaqat

The Mu’allaqat are a collection of seven pre-Islamic Arabic poems, regarded as some of the finest literary works of early Arabic poetry. Traditionally, they were said to have been hung on the walls of the Kaaba in Mecca. Each poem, composed by different poets, explores themes such as love, bravery, tribal pride, and the beauty of nature. The Mu’allaqat are significant not just for their artistic merit but also for their cultural importance, providing invaluable insights into the values and traditions of Arabian society before the rise of Islam.