South Arabia in Late Antiquity - Dr. @imarkoutchoukali9249

In this episode of the Real Talk Podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Imar Koutchoukali to discuss aspects of his dissertation on South Arabia in Late Antiquity. Dr. Koutchoukali’s research focuses on linguistic and socio-political transformations during this period, exploring key historical events that may have sparked significant changes in the region during the early Islamic era. We’ll examine pivotal events such as the rise of the Himyarites to power, the persecution of Christians in Najran by the Jewish Himyarite ruler Yusuf Dhu Nuwas during his revolt against alleged Aksumite wardship, and Abraha’s expedition into central Arabia. Furthermore, we’ll analyse how epigraphic material aligns with or diverges from literary accounts of South Arabian history, providing valuable insights into the region’s past. If you’re fascinated by South Arabia during late Antiquity, then this episode of the Real Talk Podcast with Terron & Roxanna, featuring Dr. Imar Koutchoukali, promises to be an enlightening discussion. Make sure to check out Dr. Koutchoukali’s dissertation ’Our ʿirbīt is not like your ʿarabiyya’ for an in-depth exploration of these topics: ].