In this brief exploration of Moroccan history, we’ll focus on the three most prominent and recent berbers dynasties which are: the Almoravids, Almohades, and Merinids. we’ll uncover the lasting legacies of each empire. This concise look at Morocco’s past is designed to give you a general overview of these dynasties and the impact they had…
Category: Culture and traditions
Amazigh Halloween Celebration: Bujlood, Bilmawen, Embracing Change while Honoring Tradition -2023
Bilmawn, Bu-jelloud, Hrrma, and Bu-lbtayen all relate to the same ritual known as “Amazigh Halloween,” which is practiced in different parts of Morocco, especially Agadir and regions. This popular Amazigh masquerade practice occurs after Eid El Kebir (also known as Tafaska in the Amazigh language). During this ritual, a group of people dress up in…
Berber Myths and Legends
Like every other civilizations, Berber mythology is a rich and diverse tradition that has been passed down through generations in North Africa. Berber myths and legends offer a glimpse into the beliefs, customs, and values of Berber people and reflect their connection to nature, spirits, and ancestors. In this article, we will explore some of…
Berber Women in Society, Culture, and Politics
Berber women have played a significant role in shaping the history, culture, and politics of North Africa. From legendary queens to modern-day activists, Berber women have made important contributions in various fields and have challenged patriarchal norms and structures throughout history. In the past, there were several notable Berber women who stood out for their…
Is Berbers an insult?
The term “Berber” is not considered an insult or a derogatory term, its a cultural and ethnic identifier that is used in a neutral or positive manner to describe the indigenous people of North Africa.And is widely used by scholars, historians, and members of the Berber community to describe their identity and cultural traditions.In recent…
The Origins of Berbers in Morocco : Libyans, Phoenicians, Punics
The Libyan period The Libyans inhabited North Africa west of the Nile during prehistoric times. The Libyans are mentioned by the Egyptians in the 12th century BC. The temple of Pharaoh Sethi I, Ramses II’s father, depicts four Libyans in costume. The Greeks have Libyan populations as well. At the time, ancient Libya traded with…
Berbers in Morocco : the Culture
Berber society is rich in millennia-old traditions, whether in language, culture, arts, religion, crafts, or sociology. Amazigh handicrafts Craftsmanship is still very much alive and well in Berber culture today. The tribes, who have a rural culture, have long engaged in agricultural and breeding operations. Men were assigned to the livestock, while women were in…
Amazigh flag
The first Amazigh flag was created in the 1970s, on the occasion of Yennayer. It was designed by Berber activist Youcef Medkour, also known as Youcef Amazigh, and has become an unifying icon for all Amazigh peoples. The blue depicts the Mediterranean Sea, the green the coast, and the yellow the hugeness of the Sahara….
Yennayer 2973, the new Amazigh year in Morocco
this Friday, January 13 , The Amazigh community in Morocco is celebrating the Amazigh New Year or Id-Yennayer, an ancestral traditional festival present in North Africa for centuries, this Friday, January 13. The 2973rd year of the agrarian calendar will begin on Friday evening, which also corresponds to the first day of January in the…