Qahtan (tribe)

Qahtan (tribe) is a topic that has captured the attention of many people in recent times. With a rich and varied history, it has been the subject of debate and discussion in different areas. From its impact on society to its global implications, Qahtan (tribe) has generated unprecedented interest. In this article, we will explore the different aspects related to Qahtan (tribe), analyzing its importance and relevance in today's world. Through a detailed analysis, we will try to better understand this phenomenon and its influence on our daily lives.

Not to be confused with Qahtanite peoples.
Qahtan
قحطان, القحطاني
Regions with significant populations
Saudi Arabia500,000 Bedouins (1920s)[1] (Not including settled population)
5-6 million people in GCC and Iraq
Languages
southern Najdi dialect[2]
Religion
Sunni Islam (Hanbali)
Related ethnic groups
Al Murrah, Bani Hajer, Yam, Ajman

Qahtān (Arabic: قحطان, also spelled as القحطاني) to distinguish between the tribe and the Qahtanite peoples, is an Arab tribal confederation. Qahtan is composed of three main tribes: Sanhan, Junb, and Rufaida. Today, members of the tribe and its sub-tribes are based in Yemen, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and the United Arab Emirates.

History

Al Qarmalah

The Qahtan tribe enjoyed It settled in one of the Najd regions known as Al-Quwai'iyah and expanded its influence in southern Najd, but Najd is subject to the rule Ibn Saud in the second Saudi state. Several historians have described Qahtan as It became one of the powerful tribes of Najd for a while and then left for its original home in the south.[3][4]

The Jahader branch of the Sanhan sub-tribe of Qahtan migrated to southern Najd from their homelands in Asir Region during the late 18th century and early 19th century under the leadership of Athfar al-Amaaj, Then they fought with an Alawite branch of the Mutair tribe at Jabal Subha in Al-Quwai'iyah, and Qahtan won in the battle and settled in Al-Quwaiyah

The tribe is considered one of the strongest tribes in Arabia. Their territory extends from Najran in southern Saudi Arabia all the way to Al-Quawyah in central Arabia. It also stretches from Ahsa in eastern Saudi Arabia to the mountains of Abha in southwestern Saudi Arabia.

Bahrain

Bahrain is a Gulf country that houses the tiniest number of Qahtanis compared to other Gulf countries, however, some members of the tribe have taken a relatively prominent role in the country. For example, the head of the Sunni Waqf Endowment Directorate is Rashid al-Hajri, a member of the Bani Hajer.[5] Offshoot Hajri families such Almuhannada also take a public role such as former Member of Parliament Hamad Almuhannadi.[6]

Notable people

References

  1. ^ Bedouin Ethnobotany: Plant Concepts and Uses in a Desert Pastoral World page 50
  2. ^ Bedouin Ethnobotany: Plant Concepts and Uses in a Desert Pastoral World
  3. ^ Alexei Vassiliev The History of Saudi Arabia
  4. ^ ^ جامعة الملك سعود / قسم التاريخ - كلية الاداب
  5. ^ "صدور أمر ملكي بتعيين الشيخ راشد الهاجري رئيساً لمجلس الأوقاف السنية".
  6. ^ "الكتل النيابية تحت قبة البرلمان".
  7. ^ "Saudi official: 23,000 accounts created by Qatar to attack Saudi Arabia". 6 July 2017.