Middle East
Essays by speakers from the Middle East or Northern Africa.
Abū Ḥadīd, Muḥammad Farīd
Muhammad Farid Abu Hadid, Dean of the Institute of Education in Cairo, Egypt, describes how he struggled to understand the meaning of life, until he realized that happiness was achievable only by stripping away constructed appearances and pursuing affection, cooperation, goodness, mercy, and justice.
Abū Shādī, Aḥmad Zakī, 1892-1955
Egyptian-born poet and bacteriologist Ahmad Zaki Abu Shadi describes his belief in freedom and justice, first developed through books, and then strengthened through his own life experiences that caused him to leave Egypt and ultimately move to the United States.
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Farooki, Nazrat
Pakistani painter and teacher Nazrat Farooki recalls her father’s and grandfather’s constant search for knowledge and how she now shares this passion. She also adds why she believes that learning and understanding can lead to peace and security in the world.
Khan, Muhammad Zafrulla, 1893-1985
Pakistani Foreign Minister Muhammad Zafrulla Khan speaks about his faith in Islam; the religious beliefs he holds; the religious life he follows; and his relationship with his God.