The title literally means a triumphant bow of peace. Cairo’s original name al-Qahira (“The Victorious City”) has been settled for more than 6000 years and continues to be a major center of learning. What inspired this song is the beautiful Muslim greeting of a low bow while placing the right palm over the forehead.
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