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Diya al-Din Bin Hamzah Rajab (1916-1977) was a writer, poet, jurist, judge, and one of the prominent columnists of his time. He was among the founders of al-Madina Newspaper , served as the Director General of Endowments, was a member of the Shura Council , and was a legal advisor to the Holy Makkah Municipality . He also presented several radio programs and discussions on religion and culture. Life of Diya al-Din Rajab Diya al-Din Bin Hamza Rajab was born and raised in al-Madinah al-Munawwarah...

Saad al-Obaid (1945-2020) was a Saudi visual artist who lived for about seventy-five years, sixty of which were spent in art. He contributed to the development of the Saudi visual arts movement. Throughout his career, he was renowned for only using four primary colors—red, blue, yellow, and white—creating all other colors from them. He represented the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in ninety exhibitions and events worldwide. He also established the 'Forum' for Fine Arts Hall, and his wor...

Hussein Bin Ali Arab (1920-2002) was a poet, journalist, and the first Minister of Hajj and Endowments (currently Hajj and Umrah) after its establishment in 1961. He introduced the Law of Institutions in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He served as General Director and Deputy Undersecretary at the ‏ Ministry of Interior ‏. He was also Deputy Editor-in-Chief of Sawt al-Hijaz . He wrote approximately 119 poems, totaling 616 pages, some of which were translated into German and English. Life of Hu...

Mujab al-Zahrani (born in 1954) is a Saudi critic and academic. He worked as a faculty member at King Saud University (KSU) and al-Yamamah University , and served as the director of the Arab World Institute in the French capital, Paris, for six years. He was also a member of several scientific and cultural journals. Academic qualifications of Mujab al-Zahrani Mujab al-Zahrani obtained a bachelor's degree in Arabic language and literature from the College of Education at KSU in Riyadh . In ...

Hassan Mustafa al-Sairafi (1918–2008) was a Saudi poet and literary figure with interests in folk and lyrical heritage, as well as in sports. He contributed to the establishment of al-Madinah Literary Club and several sports clubs in al-Madinah al-Munawwarah , and served as the president of al-Nahda Club there. Life of Hassan al-Sairafi Hassan Mustafa al-Sairafi was born in al-Madinah al-Munawwarah. He began his education at al-Kuttab (traditional Quranic school), where he learned reading, wr...

Nawaf Al Jaberti is a Saudi artist and musician. He began his career in art as an amateur, where he performed the songs of Saudi artists on social media platforms and in concerts. His debuts included covers for Mohammed Abdu , Talal Maddah , and Abadi al-Johar . The General Entertainment Authority (GEA) then presented him as one of the artistic talents in one of the Saudi National Day celebrations and the Riyadh Season . Debuts of Nawaf Al Jaberti Nawaf Al Jaberti debuted by singing in an opere...

Abdulmohsen al-Nemr (born in 1965) is a Saudi actor and producer with a career spanning forty years. Throughout his career, he appeared in several theatrical, drama, and cinema productions. He was honored at the tenth edition of the Saudi Film Festival in 2024 . Early life and upbringing of Abdulmohsen al-Nemr Abdulmohsen al-Nemr was born in al-Ahsa Governorate . His career launched early where he first appeared in theater before participating in TV productions. On television, he was featured o...

Abdullatif Abdulaziz Alwasel is the chief executive officer of the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission under the Ministry of Culture , starting in 2024. Prior to this, he served as the general manager of the publishing department at the commission, where he supervised the organization of several book fairs in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. He also works as an assistant professor at King Saud University in Riyadh City . Educational journey of Abdullatif Abdulaziz Alwasel Abdullatif ...

Mohammed Bin Hamad Bin Laboun (1790-1831) was a Saudi traditional poet who lived during the rule of the First and Second Saudi States. He was known as the 'Prince of Nabati Poets,' and the poems he composed were called ' Labouniyyat .' His poetry blended classical traditions with creative innovation, and he was among the pioneers who introduced new styles, meanings, and poetic meters in Nabati poetry. Birth and life of Mohammed Bin Laboun Mohammed Bin Laboun was born in the ...

Osamah al-Muslim (born March 5, 1977) is a Saudi novelist and storyteller. He is a board member of the Eastern Province Literary Club and a recipient of the Literature Award in the fourth edition of the 'National Cultural Awards' Initiative in 2024, organized by the Ministry of Culture in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . Al-Muslim has produced several literary works primarily focused on fantasy and imagination. His works have gained both local and Arab recognition, with some of them tran...

Omar Mohammed al-Jasser (born 1962)  is an actor, writer, and director. He is one of the pillars of Saudi theater and the founder of the first officially recognized private theatrical troupe in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . He also founded the first private-sector theater. He served as Director of the Culture and Arts Society in Jeddah . Academic life of Omar al-Jasser Omar al-Jasser was born in Jeddah City, Makkah al-Mukarramah Province . He attended King Abdulaziz University in Jeddah City, ...

Ibrahim Tali’ al-Alma’i (born in 1951) is a Saudi writer and poet. He worked in cultural supervision at the General Directorate of Education in Aseer Province , was a member of the Board of Directors of the Abha Literary Club, and served as the editor-in-chief of 'Bayader' magazine. The upbringing and qualifications of Ibrahim al-Alma’i Ibrahim al-Alma'i was born in Rijal Alma Governorate in Aseer Province, southwest of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . He earned a bachelor...