Ziryab the Slave
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| Ziryab the Slave |
Ziryab lived in Persia between 789 and 857 AD, was knowledgeable in a truly extensive range of subjects. Ziryab was a poet, musician, singer, cosmetologist, fashion designer, celebrity, trendsetter, strategist, astronomer, botanist, geographer and, most surprisingly, a former slave.
Although most people have never heard of this shadowy figure, he is responsible for inventing the concept of a three-course meal, as well as introducing the use of crystal glasses for drinking. He also helped to introduce asparagus and other vegetables into people’s diets, as well as contributed greatly to changes and additions in the music world.
Other things that are credited to Ziryab are the popularization of short hairstyles for men, and the concept of wearing season-appropriate clothing. That would be enough for most people, but there’s even more. Ziryab came up with pleasant-tasting toothpaste, invented underarm deodorant, and was even the very first proponent of bathing twice daily.
Although most people have never heard of this shadowy figure, he is responsible for inventing the concept of a three-course meal, as well as introducing the use of crystal glasses for drinking. He also helped to introduce asparagus and other vegetables into people’s diets, as well as contributed greatly to changes and additions in the music world.
Other things that are credited to Ziryab are the popularization of short hairstyles for men, and the concept of wearing season-appropriate clothing. That would be enough for most people, but there’s even more. Ziryab came up with pleasant-tasting toothpaste, invented underarm deodorant, and was even the very first proponent of bathing twice daily.
I think we all have quite a lot to thank Ziryab for!
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