38 the killing of one another from their own people. They are deprived of the world’s finest foods, clothing, beverages, amusements, and luxuries. The most opulent among them can only aspire to consume camel meat, which repels not only many wild beasts but also discerning palates due to its heaviness, unpalatable taste, and potential for causing illness. When an Arab hosts a guest, he regards this as a highly virtuous act; if he partakes in a meal as a guest, he perceives it as a personal gain. Arab poems extol such traits, and Arabs take pride in these customs - except for Yemen, a realm that my esteemed grandfather established and fortified, defending it staunchly against its adversaries. This kingdom endures even now, marked by monuments, attire, settlements, fortifications, and other features akin to those of other nations.
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