Al-Masahib Royal Harem (Yemen) - Revision history

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	* '''Companionship Specialization:''' The ''jariya'' girls who have earned the most favor with the patron are automatically considered for appointment as concubines. Those who are earmarked for "companionship specialization" are assigned to a pool of "concubine candidates". These candidates are assigned to service the patron on a regular basis, and the top performers within this group may earn promotion to the rank of concubine.		* '''Companionship Specialization:''' The ''jariya'' girls who have earned the most favor with the patron are automatically considered for appointment as concubines. Those who are earmarked for "companionship specialization" are assigned to a pool of "concubine candidates". These candidates are assigned to service the patron on a regular basis, and the top performers within this group may earn promotion to the rank of concubine.

	[[File:Kellie Davenport-1.jpg\|thumb\|''Kellie Davenport, one of Sheikh Musa's concubines in the Al-Masahib harem'']]		[[File:Kellie Davenport-1.jpg\|thumb\|''Kellie Davenport from Australia was appointed as one of Sheikh Musa's concubines in the Al-Masahib harem in 2023'']]

	=== Concubines ===		=== Concubines ===

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	== Indentured Servants ==		== Indentured Servants ==
	[[File:~~Kellie Davenport-1~~.jpg\|thumb\|''~~Kellie Davenport,~~ a~~'' jariya ''at~~ the Al-Masahib Royal Harem'']]The vast majority of the girls in the Al-Masahib Royal Harem are indentured persons who have been condemned to involuntary servitude as a result of debts owed to indenture brokers. The harem may acquire these girls either by purchasing their indenture contracts from their creditors, or by purchasing them outright as chattel.		[[File:Yemen Stock Indenture.jpg\|thumb\|''An indentured kuffar girl in a holding area in the Al-Masahib Royal Harem shortly after being purchased'']]
			The vast majority of the girls in the Al-Masahib Royal Harem are indentured persons who have been condemned to involuntary servitude as a result of debts owed to indenture brokers. The harem may acquire these girls either by purchasing their indenture contracts from their creditors, or by purchasing them outright as chattel.

	While in the custody of the harem, the girls' day-to-day activities are fully controlled by the management, and must obey instructions unconditionally. They do not receive any wages for their work, but are provided with food and shelter. Attempts to communicate with the outside world are strictly prohibited.		While in the custody of the harem, the girls' day-to-day activities are fully controlled by the management, and must obey instructions unconditionally. They do not receive any wages for their work, but are provided with food and shelter. Attempts to communicate with the outside world are strictly prohibited.
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	Typically, indentured servants are released from custody after 25 years of service, or upon attaining the age of 40, whichever occurs earlier. However, this is done at the personal discretion of the patron, and there have been numerous exceptions. According to Yemeni law, indentured servants are not entitled to legal recourse through either the common law or Sha'aria courts, and must bring up any grievance with their employer.		Typically, indentured servants are released from custody after 25 years of service, or upon attaining the age of 40, whichever occurs earlier. However, this is done at the personal discretion of the patron, and there have been numerous exceptions. According to Yemeni law, indentured servants are not entitled to legal recourse through either the common law or Sha'aria courts, and must bring up any grievance with their employer.
			[[File:Al-Masahib Jariya Uniform.jpg\|thumb\|''Two'' jariyat ''dressed in service uniform at Al-Masahib Royal Harem'']]

	=== ''Jariyat'' ===		=== ''Jariyat'' ===
	''Jariya'' is the lowest rank of servant girl within the harem. In total, the harem houses 124 ''jariyat.'' In general, a ''jariya'' is released from indenture when she has either completed 12 years of service or attained the age of 35, whichever of the two occurs earlier; however, there have been exceptions to the rule. The vast majority of ''jariyat'' are from kuffar (non-Muslim) backgrounds.		''Jariya'' is the lowest rank of servant girl within the harem.

	At Al-Masahib Royal Harem, ''jariya'' girls live in shared dormitories with 12 beds to a room. Each room has a bathroom with two showers and two toilet cubicles. Tamper-proof surveillance cameras are installed in every room to ensure that the girls do not attempt to escape. The girls are provided with two daily meals, breakfast at 6.00 am, and dinner at 6.00 pm.		At Al-Masahib Royal Harem, ''jariya'' girls live in shared dormitories with 12 beds to a room. Each room has a bathroom with two showers and two toilet cubicles. Tamper-proof surveillance cameras are installed in every room to ensure that the girls do not attempt to escape. The girls are provided with two daily meals, breakfast at 6.00 am, and dinner at 6.00 pm.

			''Jariyat'' are required to abide by regulations regarding attire and presentation at all times.

	The duties of a ''jariya'' are as follows:		The duties of a ''jariya'' are as follows:

	* Cleaning and housekeeping duties;		* Cleaning and housekeeping duties;
			* Laundry duties;
			* Ornamental duties;
	* Serving food and beverages to the Sheikh and his household;		* Serving food and beverages to the Sheikh and his household;
	* Helping to groom and prepare consorts for audiences with the Sheikh;		* Helping to groom and prepare consorts for audiences with the Sheikh;
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	* Providing sexual services to the Sheikh, his guests or his staff members, as directed.		* Providing sexual services to the Sheikh, his guests or his staff members, as directed.

	''Jariyat'' who ~~demonstrate good performance~~ may be ~~afforded certain privileges~~. ~~While it is very uncommon~~, a ''jariya'' may ~~be converted into~~ a concubine or a ~~consort~~, ~~or even~~ freed from indenture~~. On~~ the other ~~hand~~, ~~those~~ who ~~perform poorly or exhibit a poor attitude can face extremely harsh and brutal punishments, and~~ may ~~even~~ be ~~executed~~.		For administrative purposes, ''jariyat'' are divided into sections of 12.
			[[File:Al-Masahib Senior Jariya.jpg\|thumb\|''A senior'' jariya ''dressed in a blue skirt at Al-Masahib Royal Harem'']]

			==== Advancement Opportunities ====
			All ''jariya'' girls must remain in the common labor pool for at least three years. Girls who perform well are rewarded with extra food, days off, or personal comfort items.

			Once a ''jariya'' has served three years, she becomes eligible for various opportunities for advancement within the harem:

			* '''Domestic Specialization:''' ''Jariyat'' who have at least three years of seniority, and who are deemed to be suited for the "domestic specialization track", are eligible for promotion to a senior rank. Senior ''jariyat'' are identified by their differently-colored service uniforms (dark blue instead of grey), and are given certain supervisory responsibilities.
			* '''Hospitality Specialization:''' ''Jariyat'' who have at least three years of seniority, and who have shown potential to work in guest services, may be appointed as hostesses, whose duties are to provide sexual services to guests and visitors. Hostesses are not required to wear the usual service uniform, and instead wear custom attire as directed by the Hospitality Manager.
			* '''Companionship Specialization:''' The ''jariya'' girls who have earned the most favor with the patron are automatically considered for appointment as concubines. Those who are earmarked for "companionship specialization" are assigned to a pool of "concubine candidates". These candidates are assigned to service the patron on a regular basis, and the top performers within this group may earn promotion to the rank of concubine.

			[[File:Kellie Davenport-1.jpg\|thumb\|''Kellie Davenport, one of Sheikh Musa's concubines in the Al-Masahib harem'']]

			=== Concubines ===
			Concubines are the patron's favored servants. They are specially selected from amongst an elite pool of senior ''jariyat'' to give him pleasure and companionship. Although they remain subject to the rules of indenture, they enjoy a significant array of benefits.

			Some of these comforts include comfortable accommodation in a private apartment, access to better meals, access to recreational facilities, and fewer restrictions on freedom of movement. They are also given access to stylish designer clothing, lingerie and personal grooming products. For this reason, concubine positions are highly sought-after, with intense competition - and at times, malicious politicking - between the pool of eligible candidates.

			According to former concubine Karolina Jedrek:<blockquote>'''''<big>"Becoming a concubine in Sheikh Musa's harem is just about the best possible outcome for an indentured servant girl. If you should be lucky enough to be one of the chosen few, you can expect to live so comfortably that you might forget that you are still indentured."</big>'''''</blockquote>Concubines who earn the favor of Sheikh Musa are usually freed from indenture on attaining the age of 35, five years earlier than other indentured servants. However, concubines who fall out of favor may also be demoted back to their original ''jariya'' rank.

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Harem Girls

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	The day-to-day operations of the harem are managed by the Chamberlain. The current Chamberlain, serving since 1 May 2033, is Zahra Fayek.		The day-to-day operations of the harem are managed by the Chamberlain. The current Chamberlain, serving since 1 May 2033, is Zahra Fayek.

	== ~~Harem Girls~~ ==		== Indentured Servants ==
			[[File:Kellie Davenport-1.jpg\|thumb\|''Kellie Davenport, a'' jariya ''at the Al-Masahib Royal Harem'']]The vast majority of the girls in the Al-Masahib Royal Harem are indentured persons who have been condemned to involuntary servitude as a result of debts owed to indenture brokers. The harem may acquire these girls either by purchasing their indenture contracts from their creditors, or by purchasing them outright as chattel.

	~~=== Consorts ===~~		While in the custody of the harem, the girls' day-to-day activities are fully controlled by the management, and must obey instructions unconditionally. They do not receive any wages for their work, but are provided with food and shelter. Attempts to communicate with the outside world are strictly prohibited.
	~~[[File:Kellie Davenport~~-1.~~jpg\|thumb\|''Kellie Davenport~~, a'~~' jariya ''~~at the ~~Al-Masahib Royal Harem~~'~~']]~~
			In order to enforce compliance with regulations, the harem management abides by a strict, quasi-judicial disciplinary regime. Punishments for minor infractions may include a meal penalty, extra duties, whipping, or holding a stress position for several hours. For serious violations, punishments may include solitary confinement in the basement dungeon, physical torture, or even death. Because the harem's patron is a member of the royal family, he enjoys royal immunity - and thus cannot be prosecuted for any crimes, including murder.

			Typically, indentured servants are released from custody after 25 years of service, or upon attaining the age of 40, whichever occurs earlier. However, this is done at the personal discretion of the patron, and there have been numerous exceptions. According to Yemeni law, indentured servants are not entitled to legal recourse through either the common law or Sha'aria courts, and must bring up any grievance with their employer.

	=== ''Jariyat'' ===		=== ''Jariyat'' ===
	~~The Al-Masahib Royal Harem houses 124~~ ''~~jariyat,~~'' servant ~~girls who are held captive and subject to involuntary servitude~~. ~~The~~ harem ~~acquires~~ ''jariyat~~'' either by purchasing their indenture contracts or by purchasing them outright as chattel~~. ''~~Jariyat'' do not receive any wages for their work, but are provided with food and accommodation.~~ In general, a ''jariya'' is released from indenture when she has either completed 12 years of service or attained the age of 35, whichever of the two occurs earlier; however, there have been exceptions to the rule. The vast majority of ''jariyat'' are from kuffar (non-Muslim) backgrounds.		''Jariya'' is the lowest rank of servant girl within the harem. In total, the harem houses 124 ''jariyat.'' In general, a ''jariya'' is released from indenture when she has either completed 12 years of service or attained the age of 35, whichever of the two occurs earlier; however, there have been exceptions to the rule. The vast majority of ''jariyat'' are from kuffar (non-Muslim) backgrounds.

			At Al-Masahib Royal Harem, ''jariya'' girls live in shared dormitories with 12 beds to a room. Each room has a bathroom with two showers and two toilet cubicles. Tamper-proof surveillance cameras are installed in every room to ensure that the girls do not attempt to escape. The girls are provided with two daily meals, breakfast at 6.00 am, and dinner at 6.00 pm.

	The duties of a ''jariya'' are as follows:		The duties of a ''jariya'' are as follows:

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	Consorts are secondary wives and companions who have pledged themselves to the service of their patron. The Al-Masahib Royal Harem conducts an extensive search process every year in order to identify candidates with the potential to become consorts. Typically, consorts are admitted into the harem at age 17 to 20, and are signed to four-year contracts. They are provided with luxury accommodation and an allowance of $25,000 per month. They can also avail themselves of the harem's facilities and staff.		Consorts are secondary wives and companions who have pledged themselves to the service of their patron. The Al-Masahib Royal Harem conducts an extensive search process every year in order to identify candidates with the potential to become consorts. Typically, consorts are admitted into the harem at age 17 to 20, and are signed to four-year contracts. They are provided with luxury accommodation and an allowance of $25,000 per month. They can also avail themselves of the harem's facilities and staff.

	On the other hand, ''jariyat'' are indentured or captive servant girls typically from ''kuffar'' (non-Muslim) backgrounds. The ''jariyat'' are housed in dormitories, with 12 girls to each room. They are not permitted to leave their dormitories without permission, and may not have any contact with the outside world. Most ''jariyat'' are consigned to low-level menial tasks, although they may also be required to provide sexual services to the patron or his guests. ''Jariya''t are usually admitted into the harem at the age of 16 to 20, although there have been exceptions. Over time, ''Jariyat'' who win the favor of the patron may be promoted to the rank of concubine.		On the other hand, ''jariyat'' are indentured or captive servant girls typically from ''kuffar'' (non-Muslim) backgrounds. The ''jariyat'' are housed in dormitories, with 12 girls to each room. They are not permitted to leave their dormitories without permission, and may not have any contact with the outside world. Most ''jariyat'' are consigned to low-level menial tasks, although they may also be required to provide sexual services to the patron or his guests.

			''Jariya''t are usually admitted into the harem at the age of 16 to 20, although there have been exceptions. Over time, ''Jariyat'' who win the favor of the patron may be promoted to the rank of concubine.

	The day-to-day operations of the harem are managed by the Chamberlain. The current Chamberlain, serving since 1 May 2033, is Zahra Fayek.		The day-to-day operations of the harem are managed by the Chamberlain. The current Chamberlain, serving since 1 May 2033, is Zahra Fayek.

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	Consorts are secondary wives and companions who have pledged themselves to the service of their patron. The Al-Masahib Royal Harem conducts an extensive search process every year in order to identify candidates with the potential to become consorts. Typically, consorts are admitted into the harem at age 17 to 20, and are signed to four-year contracts. They are provided with luxury accommodation and an allowance of $25,000 per month. They can also avail themselves of the harem's facilities and staff.		Consorts are secondary wives and companions who have pledged themselves to the service of their patron. The Al-Masahib Royal Harem conducts an extensive search process every year in order to identify candidates with the potential to become consorts. Typically, consorts are admitted into the harem at age 17 to 20, and are signed to four-year contracts. They are provided with luxury accommodation and an allowance of $25,000 per month. They can also avail themselves of the harem's facilities and staff.

	On the other hand, ''jariyat'' are indentured or captive servant girls typically from ''kuffar'' (non-Muslim) backgrounds. The ''jariyat'' are housed in dormitories, with 12 girls to each room. They are not permitted to leave their dormitories without permission, and may not have any contact with the outside world. Most ''jariyat'' are consigned to low-level menial tasks, although they may also be required to provide sexual services to the patron or his guests. ''Jariya''t are usually admitted into the harem at the age of 14 to 20, although exceptions ~~have applied~~. J''~~ariyat~~'' who win the favor of the patron may be promoted to the rank of concubine.		On the other hand, ''jariyat'' are indentured or captive servant girls typically from ''kuffar'' (non-Muslim) backgrounds. The ''jariyat'' are housed in dormitories, with 12 girls to each room. They are not permitted to leave their dormitories without permission, and may not have any contact with the outside world. Most ''jariyat'' are consigned to low-level menial tasks, although they may also be required to provide sexual services to the patron or his guests. ''Jariya''t are usually admitted into the harem at the age of 16 to 20, although there have been exceptions. Over time, ''Jariyat'' who win the favor of the patron may be promoted to the rank of concubine.

	The day-to-day operations of the harem are managed by the Chamberlain. The current Chamberlain, serving since 1 May 2033, is Zahra Fayek.		The day-to-day operations of the harem are managed by the Chamberlain. The current Chamberlain, serving since 1 May 2033, is Zahra Fayek.

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	Consorts are secondary wives and companions who have pledged themselves to the service of their patron. The Al-Masahib Royal Harem conducts an extensive search process every year in order to identify candidates with the potential to become consorts. Typically, consorts are admitted into the harem at age 17 to 20, and are signed to four-year contracts. They are provided with luxury accommodation and an allowance of $25,000 per month. They can also avail themselves of the harem's facilities and staff.		Consorts are secondary wives and companions who have pledged themselves to the service of their patron. The Al-Masahib Royal Harem conducts an extensive search process every year in order to identify candidates with the potential to become consorts. Typically, consorts are admitted into the harem at age 17 to 20, and are signed to four-year contracts. They are provided with luxury accommodation and an allowance of $25,000 per month. They can also avail themselves of the harem's facilities and staff.

	On the other hand, ''jariyat'' are indentured or captive servant girls typically from ''kuffar'' (non-Muslim) backgrounds. The ''jariyat'' are housed in dormitories, with 12 girls to each room. They are not permitted to leave their dormitories without permission, and may not have any contact with the outside world. Most ''jariyat'' are consigned to low-level menial tasks, although they may also be required to provide sexual services to the patron or his guests. ''Jariya''t are usually admitted into the harem at the age of 14 to 20, although exceptions have applied.		On the other hand, ''jariyat'' are indentured or captive servant girls typically from ''kuffar'' (non-Muslim) backgrounds. The ''jariyat'' are housed in dormitories, with 12 girls to each room. They are not permitted to leave their dormitories without permission, and may not have any contact with the outside world. Most ''jariyat'' are consigned to low-level menial tasks, although they may also be required to provide sexual services to the patron or his guests. ''Jariya''t are usually admitted into the harem at the age of 14 to 20, although exceptions have applied. J''ariyat'' who win the favor of the patron may be promoted to the rank of concubine.

	~~In exceptional circumstances,~~ ''~~jariyat~~'' who win the favor of the patron may be promoted to the rank of concubine.

	The day-to-day operations of the harem are managed by the Chamberlain. The current Chamberlain, serving since 1 May 2033, is Zahra Fayek.		The day-to-day operations of the harem are managed by the Chamberlain. The current Chamberlain, serving since 1 May 2033, is Zahra Fayek.

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	Consorts are secondary wives and companions who have pledged themselves to the service of their patron. The Al-Masahib Royal Harem conducts an extensive search process every year in order to identify candidates with the potential to become consorts. Typically, consorts are admitted into the harem at age 17 to 20, and are signed to four-year contracts. They are provided with luxury accommodation and an allowance of $25,000 per month. They can also avail themselves of the harem's facilities and staff.		Consorts are secondary wives and companions who have pledged themselves to the service of their patron. The Al-Masahib Royal Harem conducts an extensive search process every year in order to identify candidates with the potential to become consorts. Typically, consorts are admitted into the harem at age 17 to 20, and are signed to four-year contracts. They are provided with luxury accommodation and an allowance of $25,000 per month. They can also avail themselves of the harem's facilities and staff.

	On the other hand, ''jariyat'' are indentured or captive servant girls typically from ''kuffar'' (non-Muslim) backgrounds. The ''jariyat'' are housed in dormitories, with 12 girls to each room. They are not permitted to leave their dormitories without permission, and may not have any contact with the outside world.		On the other hand, ''jariyat'' are indentured or captive servant girls typically from ''kuffar'' (non-Muslim) backgrounds. The ''jariyat'' are housed in dormitories, with 12 girls to each room. They are not permitted to leave their dormitories without permission, and may not have any contact with the outside world. Most ''jariyat'' are consigned to low-level menial tasks, although they may also be required to provide sexual services to the patron or his guests. ''Jariya''t are usually admitted into the harem at the age of 14 to 20, although exceptions have applied.

			In exceptional circumstances, ''jariyat'' who win the favor of the patron may be promoted to the rank of concubine.

	The day-to-day operations of the harem are managed by the Chamberlain. The current Chamberlain, serving since 1 May 2033, is Zahra Fayek.		The day-to-day operations of the harem are managed by the Chamberlain. The current Chamberlain, serving since 1 May 2033, is Zahra Fayek.