Sumud as a Key to Global Liberation
An Arabic word—sumud—with no English equivalent is reserved for, and encapsulates the meaning of, the perseverance of the Palestinians alone.
I seek refuge for you [Gaza] not to get stricken, nor to suffer. I encircle you with the Seven Oft-Repeated verses from phosphorous flavored oranges, and the colors of clouds, from smoke. I seek refuge for you, oh Gaza, from the nightfall.
– Gazan poetess Heba Abu Nada, October 10th, 2023. She was killed by an Israeli air strike 11 days later (Translated…
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