Culture & Arts
French Scholar Uncovers New Insights into Quran Manuscripts
April 16, 2025
French Scholar Uncovers New Insights into Quran Manuscripts
French scholar Éléonore Cellard’s research highlights the profound link between the Quran, Arabic language, and culture, Iqna reported. Cellard, an expert in Quranic manuscripts, emphasizes the Quran’s role as a foundation of eloquent Arabic, alongside ancient poetry. Cellard’s work, begun…
The Journey of Arabic and Islamic Manuscripts into German Libraries
April 13, 2025
The Journey of Arabic and Islamic Manuscripts into German Libraries
A recent report highlights the intriguing history of approximately 40,000 Arabic and Islamic manuscripts housed in Germany’s largest public libraries, revealing the complex relationship between Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa, Iqna reported citing an article from Al Jazeera.…
Embroidered Quran: A Five-Year Masterpiece by Afghan Female Artist
April 9, 2025
Embroidered Quran: A Five-Year Masterpiece by Afghan Female Artist
An Afghan female artist has embroidered the entire text of the Holy Quran using thread and needle on fabric, Abna24 reported. This young artist, hailing from the Tolk district of Afghanistan, has dedicated five years to create the Quran in…
Priceless Islamic Manuscripts to Be Auctioned at Sotheby’s
April 2, 2025
Priceless Islamic Manuscripts to Be Auctioned at Sotheby’s
Sotheby’s London is set to host its biannual “Arts of the Islamic World & India” auction on April 29, featuring an exceptional collection of Islamic manuscripts and ceramic pieces that span over 500 years, The Jerusalem Post reported. This sale…
Experts Report Growing Demand for Islamic Manuscripts from the West
March 30, 2025
Experts Report Growing Demand for Islamic Manuscripts from the West
The demand for Islamic manuscripts, particularly those from the Maghreb, is on the rise as collectors recognize their unique calligraphic styles and rich historical contexts, says an article published on Arab News. These manuscripts, dating back over a thousand years,…
Beinecke Library Showcases Islamic Manuscripts in Historic Exhibition
March 7, 2025
Beinecke Library Showcases Islamic Manuscripts in Historic Exhibition
The Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library at Yale University has launched its first public exhibition of Islamic manuscripts, titled “Taught by the Pen: The World of Islamic Manuscripts,” which opened on February 24, Yale Daily News reported. This exhibition…
Houston celebrates Islamic heritage during annual Islamic arts festival
March 4, 2025
Houston celebrates Islamic heritage during annual Islamic arts festival
The University of Houston hosted, the 11th Annual Islamic Arts Festival in November 2024—the largest and oldest of its kind in the United States—bringing together artists and visitors from across the country to celebrate Islamic art, culture and heritage. The…
Indian state announces $1 million reward for deciphering Indus Valley script
March 3, 2025
Indian state announces $1 million reward for deciphering Indus Valley script
A state in India has announced a $1 million reward for anyone who can decipher the script of the ancient Indus Valley Civilization, one of the world’s great Bronze Age cultures. Despite its advanced urban planning and trade networks, the…
Modern technology and preservation of Shia heritage
February 26, 2025
Modern technology and preservation of Shia heritage
Like many experts and manuscript specialists around the world, Shia codicologists have utilized technology and artificial intelligence to restore and preserve historical and cultural heritage belonging to Shia sect, some of which dating back to the time of Imam Ali,…
Holy Najaf hosts 4th International Book Fair with participation from 20 countries
February 14, 2025
Holy Najaf hosts 4th International Book Fair with participation from 20 countries
The Iraqi holy city of Najaf has inaugurated the fourth edition of its International Book Fair, featuring 200 publishing houses from 20 countries, alongside several local publishers. The event serves as a cultural platform reflecting the city’s intellectual and academic…