Fourth Arabic Poetry Evening celebrates beauty of poetic thought

January 09, 2026 / 12:09 PM

Sharjah24: The Sharjah Poetry House hosted the fourth poetry evening of the Sharjah Arabic Poetry Festival, attended by His Excellency Abdallah bin Mohammed Al Owais, Chairman of the Sharjah Department of Culture, and Mohammed Ibrahim Al Qaseer, Director of the Cultural Affairs Department. The evening drew a large audience eager for refined poetry, eloquence and linguistic brilliance.

The evening featured six poets representing a wide range of geographical and cultural backgrounds: Arif Al Saadi (Iraq), Amal Al Sahlawi (UAE), Dr Osama Taj Al-Sir (Sudan), Mohammed Khudair (Jordan), Dr Hassan Abduh Samili (Saudi Arabia), and Ibrahim Abdel Karim (Chad). The session was moderated by Abdullah Abu Bakr (Jordan).

Intellectual depth and human concerns

The participating poets presented texts rich in philosophical reflection, human values and social awareness. Their poems explored existential questions, identity, love, exile, resilience and humanity, highlighting the power of Arabic poetry to engage with contemporary issues while remaining rooted in classical eloquence and imagery.

Poetic experimentation and aesthetic diversity

The evening showcased a variety of poetic styles, from philosophically charged, symbol-rich texts to visually inspired, human-centred narratives. The poets demonstrated a strong command of language, vivid imagery and rhetorical craftsmanship, offering audiences a multifaceted poetic experience that celebrated both form and meaning.

Honouring creativity

At the conclusion of the evening, His Excellency Abdallah bin Mohammed Al Owais honoured the participating poets with certificates of appreciation for their creative contributions and their role in enriching the festival’s cultural programme.