Al-Fath ibn Khaqan (al-Andalus) facts for kids
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Al-Fatḥ ibn Khāqān al-Ishbīlī al-Andalusī
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| Born | |
| Died | 1134 (529 A.H.) or 1160 (555 A.H.) |
| Cause of death | assassination |
| Other names | Al-Fatḥ ibn Muḥammad ibn ‘Ubayd Allāh ibn Khāqān, Abū Naṣr al-Qaysī al-Ishbīlī |
| Academic work | |
| Era | Almoravid era |
| Main interests | anthologist of poetry and history |
| Notable works | Maṭmaḥ al-anfus wa-masraḥ al-taʼannus fī mulaḥ ahl al-Andalus; Qalā'id al-'Iqyān |
Abū Naṣr al-Fatḥ ibn Muḥammad ibn Ubayd Allāh ibn Khāqān al-Ishbīlī (أبو نصر الفتح بن محمد بن عبيد الله بن خاقان بن عبد الله القيسي الإشبيلي), often called al-Fath ibn Khaqan, was an important writer and historian from the 12th century. He lived in a region called al-Andalus, which is now part of Spain. He was famous for collecting poems and historical stories.
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Life of Al-Fath ibn Khaqan
His Early Life and Travels
Al-Fath ibn Khaqan was born in Seville, a city in al-Andalus. He received a very good education, which was common for people from important families. He loved to travel and explored many parts of al-Andalus. He was known for being very independent and enjoying life.
His Work and Later Years
Even though he loved his freedom, Al-Fath ibn Khaqan briefly worked for the Almoravid governor of Granada, named Abū Yūsuf Tāshfīn ibn ‘Alī. However, he soon left this job to travel to Morocco. He settled in Marrakesh. Sadly, he died unexpectedly in Marrakesh around the year 1134.
His Important Books
Al-Fath ibn Khaqan wrote two main books that are still very important today. They tell us a lot about the culture and people of al-Andalus during his time.
- Qalā'id al-'Iqyān (قلائد العقيان)
- This title means 'Collars of Gold' or 'Necklace of Rubies'.
- It is a collection of stories and poems.
- The book features poets from his time, especially those from al-Andalus and the Maghreb (North Africa).
- It includes examples of their beautiful poems.
- Maṭmaḥ al-anfus wa-masraḥ al-taʼannus fī mulaḥ ahl al-Andalus (مطمح الأنفس ومسرح التأنس في ملح أهل الأندلس)
- This long title means 'The Aspiration of the Souls and the Theater of Congeniality in the Anecdotes of the People of al-Andalus'.
- It is a history book.
- It tells stories about important people in al-Andalus, like government ministers, scribes (people who wrote documents), and poets.
His Writing Style
Both of Al-Fath ibn Khaqan's books are written in a special style called rhymed prose. This means the sentences often rhyme, and he used many clever comparisons and metaphors. His writing is very artistic and beautiful. These books are a great way to learn about the amazing literature and history of al-Andalus when it was at its peak.
See also
In Spanish: Al-Fath ibn Khaqan para niños
