RS-Islamic W2 - Qur’anic Manuscript Flashcards
Types of Qur’anic Scripts!
Naskh, Thuluth, Kufic, and Diwani
One of the most common scripts used in the Qur’an.
Naskh
It is clear, easy to read, and suitable for printing.
Naskh
Most printed copies of the Qur’an today use ______.
Naskh
Known for it’s large decorative letters.
Thuluth
It features elongated and flowing styles, making it artistic.
Thuluth
Often used in mosque decorations and titles
Thuluth
one of the oldest Arabic Scripts, characterized by angular shapes.
Kufic
It is geometric and can be very decorative.
Kufic
Commonly found in early manuscripts and architectural inscriptions.
Kufic
It is an ornate, cursive script known for its beauty.
Diwani
It has many curves and is often used for official documents.
Diwani
Popular in calligraphy art, showcasing intricate designs.
Diwani
an another beautiful style of Arabic calligraphy, originating from the Maghreb region of North Africa.
Maghribi
Characterized by its unique, flowing letters and a slightly slanted apperance.
Maghribi
This script often features elaborate loops and a rounded form, giving it a distinct look compared to other styles.
Maghribi
Two types of marks:
Voweling marks (TASHKIL)
Diacritical marks (I’jam)
It is the name for the signs indicating the vowels in Arabic scripts. They were apparently unknown in pre-islamic times. These signs help to determine the correct pronounciation of the word and to avoid mistakes.
Tashkil
The Arabic letters, as we know them today, are made up of lines and points.
I’jam (diacritical point)
The latter are called ______. The ancient Arabic script did not have them, but consisted of strokes only.
I’jam (diacritical point)
The addition of this to the plain writing of strokes helped to distinguish the various letters which could be easily mixed up.
I’jam (diacritical point)
Who is the 5th Umayyad Caliph?
‘Abd al-Malik bin Marwan
he was the first to introduce these points into the Qur-anic text.
Tabi’il Al-Du’all
