A Qur’an exhibition was inaugurated on Tuesday at the Dr. Muhammad Hamidullah Library of the Islamic Research Institute, International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI), located at the Faisal Masjid Campus.
Organized by the library, the exhibition aims to showcase its valuable collection on Qur’anic studies and provide scholars, students, and visitors an opportunity to explore important academic and historical resources related to the Holy Qur’an. The inaugural ceremony was attended by faculty members, officers, researchers, students, and staff who appreciated the rare and valuable materials displayed on the occasion.
Speaking at the event, Muhammad Akram said the exhibition offers a valuable opportunity for Muslims to strengthen their relationship with the Holy Qur’an. He emphasized that recitation and proper understanding of the Qur’an are essential for every Muslim, as the sacred text provides complete guidance for both individual and collective life. He also appreciated the initiative of the library for organizing the exhibition during the blessed month of Ramadan, encouraging reflection on the Qur’anic message.
Earlier, Muhammad Sajid Mirza, Principal Librarian of the Dr. Muhammad Hamidullah Library, briefed participants about the Qur’anic resources featured in the exhibition. He said the display includes a wide range of materials such as Arabic copies of the Holy Qur’an, translations and interpretations in Oriental and Western languages, reference works, theses and dissertations on Qur’anic sciences, and rare books and manuscripts.
One of the key attractions of the exhibition is a 700-year-old handwritten Qur’anic manuscript illuminated with gold, reflecting the rich artistic tradition of Islamic manuscript culture. Dr. Mirza noted that such rare items highlight the historical efforts of Muslim scholars and calligraphers in preserving and transmitting the sacred text.
The exhibition will continue throughout the holy month of Ramadan, allowing visitors, researchers, and students to benefit from this unique display of Qur’anic manuscripts and scholarly works.