Arabic Devotional Poetry

Transliterated title: Araabukaŋ Suukuwo.

The manuscript is a devotional poem written in Arabic with comments and glosses in Arabic and Soninke Ajami. It was copied from the original by Salihu Drame also known as Kang Drame from the village of Diannah, Sédhiou. He was a student of the owner’s grandfather, Kemo Barro Diang. Drame was close to his teacher (Kemo Barro Diang) and was the best scribe he trained.

Custodial history: The owner inherited it from his father.

Extent and format of original material: 15 pages.

Physical characteristics: Unbound manuscript. Ink stains and chipped edges make some words difficult to read.

Owner(s) of original material: Seckou Barro.

Scribe of original material: Kang Drame.

Additional script information: Soninke Ajami.