The Diaries of Fandi Mhanna, Buqei'a- Upper Galilee, the Late 1970s and Early 1980s
This 197-page document shows the diaries of Fandi Mhanna from Buqei'a- Upper Galilee for the years 1977-1981, where he narrated details of his daily and social life during that time, in addition to describing the weather and a Hijri calendar. In this agenda, Mhanna addressed his relationship with his family, pointing out how he spent his time in Buqei'a where he participated in solving tribal disputes in the area with the Sheikhs from neighbouring villages. In addition to holding occasional meetings to discuss different issues. He also spoke about participating in many social events and his visit to the Tombs of Prophet al-Khadr, Prophet Shu'ayb and Prophet Sabalan where people gather to practise religious rituals. Additionally, Mhanna mentioned his direct involvement with the land, as he constantly weeded, planted and took care of the land. In addition to mentioning the olive picking season and pressing it via the oil presser. He also recorded some of his financial accounts including his debts, taxes, grocery store accounts, olive crop production and payment of taxes in the Land Registration Department.
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أبو خضير، نور. "مجموعة حسين مهنا". 14 حزيران 2021. أرشيف المتحف الفلسطيني الرقمي.
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