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The Hirbawi® Journal
From the garment that started the conversation on Palestine, our blog brings you news & discussions on Palestinian Culture, Beauty, Struggle, and Liberation.
Can Anyone Wear a Keffiyeh? Solidarity, Respect & Cultural Meaning
Can anyone wear a keffiyeh? Yes. Its history and meaning help explain why it stands apart among cultural garments. This post explores the keffiyeh as a symbol of international solidarity,...
What Does Sumud Mean? The Palestinian Concept of Steadfast Resilience
Sumud (صمود) is the Palestinian concept of steadfast endurance — a quiet refusal to disappear. It describes farmers tending olive groves, artisans preserving crafts, and factories continuing despite hardship. This...
What Does the Palestinian Keffiyeh Symbolize?
Today, the Palestinian keffiyeh, also known as a “kufiya,” “hatta,” or “shemagh,” is an international symbol of solidarity with the Palestinian cause.
Beit Sahour: The Town of Unruly Shepherds
The Hirbawi Factory creates a kufiya based on the gripping story of an ancient township in Palestine.
A Tale of Two Larks
The last producer of the symbolic Palestinian Keffiyeh/Kufiya headdress creates a new design dedicated to the Irish people.
What Does It Mean to Be Born Palestinian?
A Palestinian child holding a victory sign can tell you that from a young age, Palestinian children develop a powerful awareness of their identity.
The Scarlet Kufiya of Dura
Wine-red and rich in color, the scarlet kufiya of Dura symbolizes the famous grapes and vineyards of this ancient and fertile village, its lasting heritage from the mists of antiquity.
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