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  • Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah Chapter XIII - From Yambu

    Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah Chapter XIII - From Yambu
    2026/06/23
    In which the venerable city of Al-Madinah is explored through the lens of its ancient tribes, pivotal historical events, and the successive construction and embellishment of the Prophet’s Mosque, revealing a tale woven with legends, devout traditions, and political vicissitudes. The detailed account conveys the mosque’s sacred significance, architectural evolutions, and the complex establishment of its caretakers and religious functionaries, all set against the enduring reverence and occasional turmoil that have marked its existence.
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    54 分
  • Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah Chapter XIV - From Bir Abbas to Al-Madina

    Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah Chapter XIV - From Bir Abbas to Al-Madina
    2026/06/23
    In which the venerable city of Al-Madinah is portrayed with careful attention to its geography, climate, and architecture, revealing a place of abiding sanctity and earthly simplicity, where ancient traditions intermingle with the rhythms of daily life and the vicissitudes of health and disease. The narrative further uncovers the unpretentious character of its buildings and fortifications, alongside vivid descriptions of the fruitful date plantations and the sacred sites that encircle this revered sanctuary.
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    41 分
  • Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah Chapter XII - The Halt at Yambu

    Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah Chapter XII - The Halt at Yambu
    2026/06/22
    In which the author undertakes a solemn pilgrimage within the Masjid al-Nabi, meticulously describing its architectural features, the revered tombs of the Prophet and his successors, and the intricate rituals of visitation observed with devout reverence. Throughout, an attentive eye notes the blend of splendour and tawdriness, the variety of storied columns, and the bustling presence of beggars, all set against reflections on sacred tradition and the uncertain history enveloping these hallowed sites.
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    45 分
  • Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah Chapter XI - To Yambu

    Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah Chapter XI - To Yambu
    2026/06/22
    In which the travellers endure a rough and quarrelsome passage to Al-Madinah, culminating in their arrival with a stirring view of the Holy City that inspires devout and poetic reverence among the party. Following their entry, the narrative paints a vivid picture of the city's modest dwellings, lively social receptions, and the quiet domestic life within Shaykh Hamid’s house, reflecting the amiable customs and spirited character of its inhabitants.
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    40 分
  • Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah Chapter IX - Suez

    Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah Chapter IX - Suez
    2026/06/21
    In which the weary pilgrimage party endures a painful landing among rocky shores and an inhospitable seaside tribe before reaching the port town of Yambu', a sparse, sunburnt place marked by its religious significance and armed, proud inhabitants. As preparations are made for the overland journey, the travellers acquire camels and adopt local customs and attire to navigate the precarious desert route, encountering the harsh landscape and ominous threats that lie ahead.
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    46 分
  • Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah Chapter X - The Pilgrim Ship

    Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah Chapter X - The Pilgrim Ship
    2026/06/21
    In which the weary travellers arrive at the stunted and dusty village of Al-Hamra, contending with surly inhabitants and the ever-present threat of banditry under the uneasy shadow of local chieftains, whilst reflections on the turbulent politics and martial customs of the Hijaz give a deeper understanding of this tumultuous land. The narrative continues through taxing halts at barren encampments amidst Robbers’ passes and fiery heat, as the party endures quarrels, skirmishes, and the restless anxieties of a desert pilgrimage fraught with both human and natural perils.
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    46 分
  • Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah Chapter VIII - From Cairo to Suez

    Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah Chapter VIII - From Cairo to Suez
    2026/06/20
    In which the tumult aboard the cramped vessel gives way to uneasy truces amid the company of pilgrims and sojourners, while the voyage along the classic yet perilous coasts unfolds with vivid scenes of natural splendour, local superstition, and the patient endurance of heat and hardship. We find our party navigating both physical dangers of reefs and the prickly tempers of their fellow wayfarers, punctuated by moments of respite at ancient wells and bustling coffee-houses, all set against a backdrop of desert legends and the patient rhythm of the Red Sea.
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    50 分
  • Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah Chapter VII - Preparations to Quit Cairo

    Personal Narrative of a Pilgrimage to Al-Madinah & Meccah Chapter VII - Preparations to Quit Cairo
    2026/06/20
    In which the author recounts his arrival at Suez, the recovery of lost effects through a turbid encounter with the local governor, and the gathering of a motley company of pilgrims whose varied natures and scanty funds provide both companionship and occasional discord. Thereafter, the narrative wends its way to the crowded, disorderly pilgrim ship, where the coarse manners of the Maghrabi passengers and the clamorous struggle for space promise trials aplenty upon the voyage ahead.
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    48 分