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Kunhai Musliyar - The Birbal of Malabar

Kunhain Musliyar was the Birbal of Malabar. Birbal was the minister of Emperor Akbar who was known for his mastery of satire. The Musliyar received his education at Ponnani Juma’ Masjid.
He was critical of the superstitions and evils in the society and openly criticized the misdoings of the authorities. There are not much authentic records […]

Ponnani - Minor Makkah

The name Ponnani
According to some historical records, Ponnani’s history dates back to 2000 years. There are differences of opinion regarding the evolution of the name of Ponnani.
Legend has it that the Ponnana (meaning a type of elephant in Malayalam) was auctioned in the Brahmin temples here and thus came to be known as Ponnani. Yet […]

The coming of Portuguese - The scourge of West

The coming
The Portuguese first arrived at Malabar in 1498 AD (940 AH). The time of trade had finished by then. They studied the economic and political climate of the kingdom and returned back to their country after staying a few months. Their man aim was to explore the markets of Pepper. Until then, they’re buying […]

Kerala’s contribution to Arabic Language

Kerala has contributed much into the development of Arabic language and literature. The Arabs had come directly to Kerala for spreading Islam and as such Arabic language is evident here in its real form. Many Arab travelers and scholars have praised the Keralites’ way of pronunciation.
Arabic was given great prominence in the syllabi of the […]

Genesis and Growth of the Mappila Community

Contributed to Jaihoon.com by Dr. Hussein Randathani. Posted on December 16 2005
The long-standing Arab contact

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Sheikh Zainudhin Makhdum

Introduction
Sheikh Zainudhin Makhdum I, son of Ahmed bin Ma’bari, was born in 872 A.H at Cochin. He settled at Ponnani and being a master of Arabic language, he had several literary works to his credit including Murshid, Adkiya and Shubul Iman.
He had also written a treatise called ‘Tahrees Ahlil Imani Ala Jihadi Abdatisuul Bani’ appealing […]

Umar Qazi - Sufi Poet on Horseback

Introduction
In 19th and 20th centuries, India had to bear many sufferings at the hands of British rule. The Indian Muslims fought with full vigor to oppose the British imperialistic designs. They had to face drastic economic consequences as a result. In the anti-imperialistic battle, great leaders who left their marks on history led them.
Umar Qazi […]

Kunhali Marakkar - Forerunners of Indian Navy

Marakkar Heroes- marking a new trend in naval patriotism
The Marakkars were the leading business group of the region when the Portuguese arrived in Kerala. They had settled at Cochin and were believed to be the descendants of the Arabs who migrated to Kerala. Some historians maintain that they were original natives. They became well known […]

Gratitude

I am thankful to everyone who has helped me in bringing out MeraWatan. To all my peers, elders and youngsters who have encouraged me to stay on the track when I get drifted away.
My family- Mother, brothers and sister for their moral support and patience with this Internet plug-in at home devoted to the project.
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Mampuram Sayeds

The Syed Leadership at Mampuram
Just like the Makhdum Family, the Syeds at Mampuram also held the reign of the spiritual leadership of the Muslims of Malabar.
Syed Sheikh Jifri, a great scholar and writer, arrived at Calicut in 1159 accompanied by his scholarly father. They traveled across Malabar in order to spread Islam. The Samudiri king […]

Allama Iqbal and Umar Qazi: Two lovers of the Holy Prophet

By Jaihoon, published in Iqbal Review, by Iqbal Academy Hyderabad, Apr 1998. Posted on June 06, 2007
(The author is Chief Editor of Jaihoon.com, a non-profitable initiative delivering innovative and thought-provoking perspectives. He writes frequently on mystic themes and contemporary issues. He lives in the Middle East with his parents, wife and son and has authored […]