The Festivals and Attire of the Christians of Najran from the Fifth Century AD Until Their Expulsion During the Era of Umar ibn Al-Khattab

Abstract

Christian festivals emerged in Najran and varied in their occasions and timings. They were not of equal religious significance, thus they were divided into major and minor festivals, each with its specific timings and unique rituals. Additionally, the Christians of Najran were known for their distinctive clothing and garments, which were characterized by specific colours. These garments varied in type; some were luxurious and adorned with gold, while others were simple and coarse, such as the attire of their monks who led an ascetic life, devoted solely to worship and nothing else.