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Saudi Arabia Mourns Loss of Legendary Poet and Cultural Icon, Prince Badr bin Abdul Mohsen

Saudi Arabia Mourns Loss of Legendary Poet and Cultural Icon, Prince Badr bin Abdul Mohsen

Prince Badr bin Abdul Mohsen, a 75-year-old Saudi Arabian poet and national literary icon, passed away in Paris due to illness on Saturday.
Known as the "word engineer," Prince Badr was a pioneer in popularizing Saudi poetry among Arab audiences and left an indelible mark on the region with his eloquent verses and poignant prose.

His patriotic words and songs resonated deeply with Saudis, creating a strong connection between him and his people.

Arab artists, including Talal Maddah, Mohammed Abdu, Kadim Al-Sahir, and Assala, immortalized his verses in songs.

Officials and celebrities expressed their sadness upon learning of his death and acknowledged his significant contributions to literature and culture.

Turki Al-Sheikh, head of Saudi Arabia's General Entertainment Authority, and Majed Al-Qasabi, Saudi Minister of Commerce, expressed their condolences over the passing of Prince Badr bin Abdul Mohsen.

Both described the loss as profound and compared it to losing a father figure.

Al-Sheikh asked for peace for the prince's soul and expressed gratitude to Allah.

Al-Qasabi referred to Prince Badr as a literary, poetic, and cultural icon and asked for Allah's mercy and the highest place in paradise for him.

Ameerah Al-Taweel, a Saudi philanthropist, expressed her condolences for the passing of Prince Badr bin Abdul Mohsen.

She described him as a beacon of wisdom and generosity, with invaluable contributions to Saudi culture.

Prince Badr is remembered as a trailblazer who enriched the culture and imparted lessons in nobility, humility, and generosity to future generations.

Al-Taweel urged patience and comfort for his family and loved ones during this difficult time.

Prince Badr, a prominent Emirati poet and cultural figure, passed away on April 2, 1949.

Although many didn't know him personally, his noble character left an indelible mark, causing deep sorrow.

Renowned singer Ahlam expressed her condolences, praying for peace for his soul and strength for his loved ones.

Prince Badr began his literary journey at a young age, studying in Saudi Arabia, Egypt, the UK, and the US.

He became a significant figure in Arab literature and played a crucial role in fostering artistic expression and influencing poetry organizations in Saudi Arabia as the president of the Saudi Society for Culture and Arts.

Prince Badr was awarded the King Abdulaziz Medal by King Salman in 2019 for his significant contributions to literature in Saudi Arabia.

In response, the Kingdom's Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission planned to collect and publish Prince Badr's complete literary works to honor his enduring legacy and celebrate his influence on the Saudi creative movement during his five-decade career.
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