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The Egyptian Arabian Horse
� The Arabian horse has captivated mankind for centuries with its beauty , intelligence and stamina . It is regarded as the most influential breed in the world .
The Bedouin of the Arabian Desert created the oldest and purest breed of horse in the merciless terrain of their homeland . They used their prized steeds as a tactical advantage in tribal warfare , carefully breeding for mounts with great courage and endurance . Arabian horses were an integral part of the Bedouin family and were often found in the tents of their masters . Women and children raised the foals with affection , fostering the kind , loving disposition that owners of Arabians still enjoy today . �
�About 3500 years ago the Arabian horse assumed the role of king-maker in the east , including the
valley of the Nile and beyond , changing human history and the face of the world . Through him the Egyptians were made aware of the vast world beyond their own borders . The Pharaohs were able to extend the Egyptian empire by harnessing the horse to their chariots and relying on his power and courage . This awe-inspiring horse of the east appears on seal rings , stone pillars , tombs and temples with regularity after the 16th century BCE . Egyptian hieroglyphics proclaim his value ; Old Testament writings are filled with references to his might and strength . Other writings talk of the creation of the Arabian , " thou shallst fly without wings and conquer without swords ." King Solomon some 900 years B . C . eulogized the beauty of " a company of horses in Pharaoh ' s chariots ," while in 490 B . C . the famous Greek horseman , Xenophon proclaimed :" A noble animal … in all its beauty … something so lovely and wonderful that it fascinates young and old alike ."
During the early 19th century , the ruling families of Egypt gathered the finest horses from the deserts of Arabia and brought them to the land of the Pyramids . This extraordinary collection , unrivaled since the time of King Solomon , became the foundation for the modern-day Egyptian Arabian . Between 1895 and the mid-1980 ' s , some of the best Egyptian Arabians bred in the Land of the Nile were exported to the United States . Those individuals and their desert ancestors form the nucleus of the Egyptian Arabian bloodlines in present-day North America . Today , horses from these rare and treasured bloodlines are carefully preserved to retain their unique qualities and a classic refinement valued worldwide .
Although Wisconsin is know for a cool climate in contrast to the scorching deserts of Arabia , it has been a welcoming home for many imported Straight Egyptian Arabians over the years . * Farazdac , * El Maareekh , * Tuhutmos and * Akmar came directly from the desert . The redoubtable Nabiel stood in Wisconsin for most of his breeding days ; Ruminaja Ali , El Halimaar were here for shorter periods . Sons and daughters of * Ansata Ibn Halima , * Ibn Hafiza , Shaikh Al Badi , Moniet El Sharaf and * Ramses Fayek , Thee Desperado , Fabo and Imperial Imdal progeny have grazed our green fields . The famous mare Bint Deenaa was born here & her progeny through Anaza Bay Shahh & Anaza El Farid in particular has produced the highest winning Champions presently throughout the world .
We invite you to learn more about the Egyptian Arabian horse and its desert legacy . Tour our farms . Get " up close and personal " with the Egyptian horse ... " something so lovely and wonderful that fascinates young and old alike . �
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