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Historical Figure

Muhammad Kurd Ali

Ottoman

Muhammad Kurd Ali was a notable Syrian scholar, historian and literary critic in the Arabic language. He was the founder and director of the Academy of the Arabic Language in Damascus till his death.

Connection to Damascus

Born in Damascus; founded the Arab Academy of Damascus which became the leading Arabic language academy.

Known for

Founder of the Arab Academy of Damascus; pioneering Arab intellectual and literary figure.

Lifespan

1876 – 1953

Biography

Muhammad Kurd Ali was a notable Syrian scholar, historian and literary critic in the Arabic language. He was the founder and director of the Academy of the Arabic Language in Damascus till his death.