MAKKAH ( WNAM MONITORING): The Holy Qur’an Museum in the Hira Cultural District of Makkah offers a rich cultural and educational experience, enabling visitors to explore the history of the Qur’an.
The museum also showcases rare manuscripts and artifacts that document the journey of the Qur’an’s transcription through the ages, reflecting the care Muslims have given to the Holy Qur’an from the dawn of Islam to the present day.
Among the museum’s distinctive exhibits is a copy of the Qur’an engraved on brass plates dating back to the 18th century, showcasing the precision and mastery achieved in the Islamic arts. It also highlights the special attention given to Qur’anic transcription, which combined beauty with scholarly accuracy.
This artwork embodies a continuation of deep-rooted traditions in Islamic calligraphy and decorative arts, utilizing various materials from parchment and paper to metals.
It also highlights Muslims’ profound connection to the Holy Qur’an and their commitment to preserving it in artistic forms that blend creativity with reverence.
