Print - Palestinian Women of Nazareth with Water Jars - 1910

In Palestine, the jar (jarrāh) and the smaller jug (‘asaliyyah) were indispensable in daily life, particularly for women adept at carrying them on their heads. The jarrāh, a pottery vessel for transporting water from springs to homes, demanded strength and balance to carry without the use of hands, which were often occupied with veiling the face or holding children. The ‘asaliyyah, smaller in size, was used for storing honey, dairy products, and also for carrying water, especially by young girls who vied in demonstrating their balancing skills. A cloth piece known as "ḥawīṭiyyah" or "ḥawāh" was commonly placed beneath the jar or jug on the head to prevent it from falling. These customs not only reflected skill and daily traditions but also signified social criteria important in choosing brides.

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