DANCE AND SPIRITUALITY

SUDAN

List of Dances

Al Mawlid

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Sudan

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Spirituality : Religion

Ethnic group : different

Al-Mawlid is a procession celebrating the Prophet Muhammad that takes place in Sudan during the third month of the Islamic lunar calendar. During the procession, participants perform religious chants, ritual dances, and recite Sufi prayers.

The celebration brings together people of different religions and culminates at Al-Mawlid Square, which serves as a gathering place where participants engage in conversation, celebrate, enjoy entertainment, and share dishes from various regions of Sudan.

Al-Mawlid is typically passed down within families and dance circles through participation in the events