Manuscripts and Heritage Center Holds Third Course on Manuscripts

The Manuscripts and Heritage Center at the Islamic University of Minnesota held its third scientific course related to manuscripts and investigation, featuring a select group of scholars in the field of manuscript studies from the Arab world, and managed by Dr. Sonia Salama, the center's secretary.

The course was described as a rich knowledge experience that took participants deep into the heritage and set them on the path of rigorous scientific investigation. It was an intensive and distinguished five-day course, running from Sunday to Thursday, blending theoretical and practical aspects. The course included hands-on training on the stages of investigation, from transcription to the scientific study of texts, providing a deep understanding of the components and standards of investigation under the supervision of seasoned academics. It also offered a rare opportunity for direct interaction with the lecturers, allowing participants to ask questions in interactive sessions.

The first lecture, titled "Transcription," was delivered by Associate Professor Dr. Imad Qadari Al-Ayadhi on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at 8:00 PM Mecca time. The second lecture, titled "Stages of Investigation," was presented by Professor Dr. Muzahem Tariq Al-Mustafa on Monday, June 23, at 10:00 PM. On Tuesday, June 24, Dr. Muzahem Al-Mustafa continued the same topic with a second lecture, which was the third lecture of the course. Dr. Asmaa Farhat delivered the fourth lecture on Wednesday, June 25, at 7:00 PM, titled "The Study Section in Investigation: Definition, Components, Importance, and Standards." The course concluded with a fifth lecture by Dr. Imad Qadari Al-Ayadhi on Thursday at 8:00 PM, titled "Illuminating the Text."

It is noteworthy that the Manuscripts Center organizes these courses to harness any scientific tendencies, skills, and directions within the university community among faculty and students, encouraging them to delve into this scholarly field step by step. This is achieved by providing them with the tools to engage with the manuscript heritage in the language of the modern era, under the slogan "From Heritage We Start, and Through Knowledge We Rise," ultimately integrating them into the community of researchers who contribute to reviving the treasures of our Islamic heritage.