Re: Henna in Syria?
Posted by Catherine Cartwright Jones on March 31, 2000 at 07:47:49:
In Reply to: Henna in Syria? posted by Megam on March 31, 2000 at 03:54:30:
I can't say for certain how fashionable henna is in Syria today, but
henna HAS been used in Syria continuously for at least 5000 years, and
probably 9000, possibly 11000 years (back to the Natufian civilization
era) That's precisely the area of the world where the
bridal/battle/sacrifice traditions of henna began. My Palestinian
friends here say some communities there are very fond of henna, others
are not. Mostly a matter of fashion, taste, and having someone around
who does a good job of it.
I'd love to be able to go to Syria myself! I think there are many
artifacts in museums that show very, very old henna and harquus ....
have a wonderful time!
I can send you some Syrian designs by email ... just email me and ask!
