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What are figs and olives?

Note: This article was AI-translated from Arabic and is currently under manual review. The author is not responsible for any translation errors. Please refer to the original Arabic text for the most accurate and authoritative information.

Publication Date:
January 2, 2026
Last updated:
July 27, 2026

International olive oil expert and judge, and member of the Scientific Society – Alexandria University.

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Figs and olives between the divine section and popular customs

If God swears something in the Holy Quran, this indicates his greatness, virtue, creativity, and amazing ability, including the section of Al-Mawla with figs and olives.

The section is with figs and olives

  • The section is with figs: It came without specifying whether it is fresh figs, dried figs, or even thorny pears.
  • The section is in olives: Also, without specifying, is it olive fruit, dried olives, or olive oil.

However, by virtue of Customs and legacies It was concluded that what is meant by figs is dried figs, and that what is meant by olives is olive oil.

Popular heritage versus the absence of scientific evidence

Despite the widespread belief in the benefits of a mixture of dried figs with olive oil, There is no scientific evidence or proven research You confirm it.
This opens the door to review this mixture scientifically and systematically.

Centuries of traditional use

The combination of dried figs and olive oil has been used for centuries in traditional and folk medicine, based on heritage rather than science.
Both dried figs and olive oil are rich in nutrients, antioxidants, and health-promoting properties.
When combined, they are seen to create a powerful duo that can:

  • Improve digestion
  • Promote heart health
  • Improve skin
  • strengthening bones
  • Provide a range of other public benefits

Scientifically confirmed

  • olive oil: There are many researches that confirm its benefits in preventing diseases and its important role in a healthy diet.
  • dried figs: It is a rich source of fiber, calories and energy because it contains sugars.

The need for scientific research

Despite the great divine section of figs and olives, no scientific research has proven the benefits of a mixture Dried Figs with Olive Oil.
We are still waiting for the emergence of studies that confirm these benefits in order to have this mixture Scientific support It is well established and not just inherited customs and norms.

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