History Of Hookah

The origins of hookah, also known as Argilah/Argileh or Shisha. most believe that argilah dates back to the 15-16th century, originating in India by an Iranian physician named Hakim Abul Fath, but it actually dates back much further in time to ancient Egypt. traces of their ancient existence were found in Egypt’s Sinai Peninsula. The Egyptians were very advanced people, known for many of the products or items we use today including beer, paper, ink, makeup, furniture and medicine. Not only did the Egyptians introduce Medicine, but they were also responsible for the first health care system. They created medicines from natural resources, such as herbs and animal products. One of the medicines that they thought cured sickness is a mix of honey and tobacco and smoked though a device that is familiar in use to what we have today.

The practice of smoking hookah quickly spread through the rest of the middle east through trade, it made its way to Persia (modern-day Iran) in the 17th Century and by the 18th century, the Ottoman Empire (modern-day Turkey), where it became where it quickly became a cultural obsession and part of social life. It was in these regions that the hookah evolved into the ornately decorated designs we recognize today.

in Arabic the word “maassel” translates to “honeyed” which derived from the original use of the Egyptian honey and tobacco mix. IT is very clear how easily it became the tobacco mix we smoke today.

In modern times, hookah has experienced a resurgence, particularly in Western countries, where it is often associated with a relaxed social atmosphere. This revival has also fostered a wide variety of flavored tobacco, appealing to new generations of smokers. The hookah remains not only a means of enjoying tobacco but also a cultural icon that represents community and shared experiences.