Durra'ah

In this article, we will explore the impact Durra'ah has had on modern society. Since its emergence, Durra'ah has captured the attention and interest of people of all ages and backgrounds, becoming a topic of discussion in different social circles. Over the years, Durra'ah has been evolving and adapting to cultural and technological changes, staying relevant in a constantly changing world. In this exploration, we will look at how Durra'ah has influenced our lives, from its implications in politics and economics, to its impact on popular culture and entertainment.

The durrāʿah was a ceremonial robe worn by the Abbasid court from the time of caliph al-Mansur (r. 754–775) until it was replaced by the shorter qabāʾ in the mid-9th century. It was black, the official colour of the Abbasid dynasty, and was closed in the front by buttons. Its use as court dress for civilian and military officials—but not religious, who wore the ṭaylasān instead—gave it great prestige.[1]

References

  1. ^ Bosworth 1991, pp. 31–32 (note 120).

Sources

  • Bosworth, C. E., ed. (1991). The History of al-Ṭabarī, Volume XXXIII: Storm and Stress along the Northern Frontiers of the ʿAbbāsid Caliphate. The Caliphate of al-Mu'tasim, A.D. 833–842/A.H. 218–227. Albany, New York: State University of New York Press. ISBN 0-7914-0493-5.