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BFA is the largest collection of original documents belonging to a single Palestinian family and the living memory of Mahrous Bseiso, chronicling Palestinian life from 1906-1977.

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This archive is a unique repository of important family materials that illuminate important aspects of the history of Palestine. I would recommend it to students, researchers, and historians.

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Rashid Khalidi

Edward Said Professor Emeritus of Modern Arab Studies

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This archive is a unique repository of important family materials that illuminate important aspects of the history of Palestine. I would recommend it to students, researchers, and historians.

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Rashid Khalidi

Edward Said Professor Emeritus of Modern Arab Studies

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Archive

Archive

Excerpts around the law, people, and places of historic Palestine contextualize our collection.

Archives

/Documents

Documents

Explore Mahrous Bseiso's vision through land he owned, worked, and developed for the Beersheba community in Palestine.

Stories

Stories

Read about Palestinian culture, art, and daily life.

Wake Up - Llunr

January 14, 2025

Wake Up - Llunr

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Llunr, whose real name is Bader Khatib, grew up in the U.S. and is a Palestinian artist making waves with his heartfelt and impactful music. Llunr's ability to connect with fans through his lyrics and online presence, especially on TikTok, has earned him a growing fan base and a spot as one of the rising voices in the region's music scene. He leverages his platform to inspire, provoke thought, and keep his music meaningful and fresh. One of his most impactful tracks, Wake Up, brings the reality of Palestine to life with haunting lyrics and a powerful beat. The song challenges listeners to confront social injustices, shining a light on the pain of dehumanization with lines like, "Too bad we're just bodies on a screen." It captures the frustration of being unseen and unheard, turning that pain into a call for awareness and action. Through Wake Up, Llunr urges listeners to look closer at the world around them and find their voice in the fight for change and justice.

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Palestinian Embroidery

December 11, 2024

Palestinian Embroidery

/ Culture

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Survival and Hope

November 24, 2024

Survival and Hope

/ Culture

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News

News

Elevating official UN statements and other milestone events for BFA along our journey for justice

Japans view on Palestine as an independent state

December 11, 2024

Japans view on Palestine as an independent state

/ Current Events

Japan is considering recognizing Palestine as an independent state, a move that could send a strong message supporting a two-state solution. This shift reflects changing public opinion, with growing protests for peace in Gaza. If Japan follows nations like Ireland and Spain in recognizing Palestine, it could increase pressure for peace talks and highlight the urgent need to address the humanitarian crisis.

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Media

Media

Listen to interviews, original compositions, and other contributions from the Bseiso family and community

Palestinian Embroidery

Palestinian Embroidery

A Cry For God

A Cry For God

Desert Swan

Desert Swan

A Palestinian Life

A Palestinian Life

The Story of Khalid Ibn Al-Walid: The Sword of Allah

The Story of Khalid Ibn Al-Walid: The Sword of Allah

Palestinian Soap

Palestinian Soap

Ancestry

The Bseiso Family Legacy, Introduction to Ancestry

Learn about the origins of the Bseiso family name, a branch of the noble Kayali family.