Al-Udri facts for kids
Al-Udri (full name: Abu al-abbas Ahmad ibn Umar ibn Anas al-Udri), born in 1003 and passing away in 1085, was a very important Arab geographer, traveler, and historian. He lived in a place called al-Andalus, which was a part of Spain ruled by Muslims a long time ago.
Al-Udri came from the Udra tribe, an Arab group that had settled in Almería, a city in al-Andalus.
A Life of Learning and Travel
Al-Udri was born in Almería in the year 1003. When he was still a young boy, he went on a long journey to Mecca, a very important city for Muslims. He stayed there for ten years, studying with a famous teacher named Abu Dhar al-Harawi.
After his studies, Al-Udri returned to al-Andalus. He continued his education, learning from other great scholars like Abu Umar Ibn 'Abd al-Barr and later Ibn Hazm. He eventually settled in Zaragoza.
What Did Al-Udri Write About?
Al-Udri was a talented writer. He created a special book that combined geography and history about the Taifa of Zaragoza region in al-Andalus. In this book, he wrote down the important events and stories of the area.
He also wrote family histories for groups like the Banu Qasi, Banu Sabrit, and Banu Tujib. Sadly, these books are now lost, but other historians like al-Maqqari mentioned them.
Al-Udri is most famous for his book called Tarsi al-akhbar. This book tells the story of the civil wars and rebellions that happened in the Upper March area and the conflicts in the Taifa of Almería. It gives us a great look into the history of that time.
His Important Books
Al-Udri wrote several significant works, though some are now lost. Here are some of his known books:
- "Tarsi al-akhbar wa-tanwi al-athar wa-al-bustan"
* This is his most famous work, focusing on the history of civil wars and rebellions. * Parts of this book have been studied and translated by modern scholars.
- Biography of Muhammad ibn Furtis
* This book was about the life of a judge named Muhammad ibn Furtis.
- "Books of the characteristics of prophecy"
* This work was about theology (the study of religious beliefs) and law. It is now lost.
- "The thread of pearls around the paths and the kingdoms"
* This book was about geography, describing different places and kingdoms. The famous geographer Yaqut mentioned it.
Many other translations and studies also include information from Al-Udri's writings, showing how important his work was to understanding the history and geography of al-Andalus.
See also
In Spanish: Al-Udri para niños List of Muslim historians
