The Almoravid dynasty began to establish its power in North Africa and Spain around 1083, uniting various Berber tribes under a strict interpretation of Islam. Their expansion into the Iberian Peninsula had significant cultural and religious implications, impacting the region's political landscape and interactions between Christian and Muslim territories.

The Almoravid dynasty's rise influenced poetry and literature in both Arabic and Spanish traditions, as poets like Ibn Zaydun and others explored themes of love, conflict, and cultural exchange. The interactions between Muslim and Christian poets during this period enriched the literary landscape, fostering a unique blend of poetic forms.