Manuscript experts and enthusiasts have lauded Qatar's role in preserving Arabic manuscripts.
The commendation came during a seminar organized by the Qatar National Library (QNL) and the Ministry of Culture's Department of Public Libraries, in celebration of Arabic Manuscript Day 2025.
The event aimed to highlight the rich Arab heritage and manuscripts that have shaped the nation's memory and served as a bridge between civilizations. It also served as a reminder of the importance of preserving the cultural and scientific heritage of the Arab and Islamic world.
QNL Director General Ibrahim Al Bouhashem Al Sayed said the Qatari efforts in preserving Arabic manuscripts manifested through endeavors by the Ministry of Culture, the QNL, and the Department of Public Libraries in promoting the value of manuscripts across multiple fields.
These manuscripts have contributed throughout the ages to building the Arab and human mind, he added.
Al Sayed highlighted the importance of Arabic manuscripts as a cultural heritage, an intellectual memory, and a bridge of knowledge between civilizations, carrying within it timeless human and social values. He noted that this year's celebrations reflect the pivotal role of manuscripts in shaping Arab cultural identity.
He added that the celebration of Arabic Manuscript Day 2025, approved by the Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO), represents a cultural heritage that abounds in Arab countries and a bridge between diverse civilizations, as it represents the nation's historical, intellectual, and social memory. It also carries within it numerous sciences and knowledge that have contributed to cultural and intellectual progress and advancement
