#islamic prints

[sezan]

BUNDLE 5 Piece Islamic Wall Art

Set of 5 Islamic Prints, Muslim Wall Art, Islamic Gifts, Printable Art, Digital Islamic Poster

[sacramentohistorymuseum]

Happy Islamic New Year! Also known as the Hijri New Year, it is the first day of Muharram, which is the first month in the Islamic calendar. The starting point of Islamic calendar is migration of the Muslim Prophet Muhammad from Mecca to Medina in 622 CE. This day, observed at sunset of July 6th this year, signifies a time of renewal and spiritual contemplation.

Did you know Sacramento is home to the second oldest Muslim Mosque in the United States west of the Mississippi River? The Muslim community has grown in the Sacramento area ever since the early 1900s. A large majority of those who came to California in the early 1900s were South Asian immigrants seeking education in the United States or were refugees fleeing colonial oppression.

Construction of the Mosque began in 1941 at 411 V Street and was finished in 1947. This Mosque continues to serve the Islamic community today as part of the Muslim Mosque Association.

For today, Jared letterpress printed a Hijri New Year greeting with black rubber base ink using a 4x6 Golding Official #2 tabletop printing press. The text reads, “Hijri New Year 1st day of Muharram,” and was typeset with 30 point Caslon type font.

[whencyclopedia]

Paper Before Print: The History and Impact of Paper in the Islamic World

"Paper Before Print: The History and Impact of Paper in the Islamic World" is recommended to people interested in intellectual and cultural history. Challenging misconceptions about the role of paper in the Islamic world, this book, refusing Orientalist speculations around Islamic written heritage, discusses it from a revisionist vista. Its intended audience is readers who are knowledgeable about the debates in Islamic intellectual history.

Paper Before Print: The History and Impact of Paper in the Islamic World, penned by the retired art historian Jonathan Max Bloom from Boston College, offers a comprehensive exploration of the prominence of paper in Islamic history and its influence on global intellectual history. The increasing diffusion of paper in the Medieval Islamic world reduced the cost of writing materials, unleashing paper production in Islamic realms and much later in Western Europe. This phenomenon played a leading role in laying the foundations of the civilization we inhabit, allowing knowledge to flourish for everyone.

I concur with the main argument in the book that effectively challenges the undervaluation of cultural products in non-Western worlds in mainstream historical narratives. This revisionist study actively engages the reader, prompting them to reassess their interpretation of Islamic intellectual history.

One of the strongest characteristics of this revisionist work is Bloom’s support of his claims with primary sources and, especially, visuals, strengthening the credibility of its contentions through the book’s seven chapters. The author clarifies that the historiographical debate around the entrance of the printing press to the Islamic world did not stem from a “technological backwardness” but a “cultural choice.” The main difference

lied not in technology but in their attitudes towards books and learning from books, and ultimately in the different roles they assigned to writing and the written word (p. 91).

The basis of Islamic education is a culture of oral transmission. The vocal and verbal content of the Qur'an (which also means reading aloud) and hadith (which consists of a verbal conveyance based on isnad) education reveals this. Written culture also determined the attitude towards the printing press because book production in the Islamic world did not have a limited structure, unlike the scriptoriums in Medieval Europe—moreover, the cheapness and accessibility of paper and paper-based materials relocated as the transmitter of written knowledge. Besides, the author states that the typographical inadequacy of the printing house made its adaptation to the Islamic world difficult. Despite Gutenberg’s invention, the printing of Arabic texts, in particular, was largely inaccurate until the second printing revolution in the 18th century.

The book offers a critique of the modernist historical narrative, which underestimates the agency of medieval Muslim authors in paper and bookmaking. Bloom disputes the notion that these authors compiled works essentially

because their patrons or rulers advised them to do so… authors rarely recorded their personal opinions… (p. 113).

However, this bone of contention is a reflection of the modernist historical narrative, contending that these experts ultimately began to express their feelings and ideas only after modernization. However, Medieval Muslims penned many autobiographical works recording their feelings and experiences, from Ibn Battuta to Ghazali, displaying how they embedded their inner world.

All in all, this work is a pioneering contribution to the place of paper in shaping medieval and global history. It requires its readers to be familiar with various historical developments, such as the Battle of Talas, which is believed to be a milestone in introducing papermaking to the Islamic world. Despite several flaws, it is a groundbreaking study that refutes Orientalist assumptions on the history of paper, offering an alternative narrative from an overlooked region and era.

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[fairuzfan]

interesting assertion that i haven't seen much of!

from the introduction of "Printing Arab Modernity" by Hala Auji

[mtlibrary]

Online Exhibition

Have you seen our exhibition on Islam, Astronomy & Arabic Print yet?

See it online here!

Tip: click on the social media icon in the right-hand corner of the text cards to see the corresponding images.

[withloveartsy]

she adore pretty things.

#islam #decor #hotel #masjid #quraan #aesthetics #beauty

[digitaldomedesign]

Free Al Aqsa…. Free Palestine!!!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻

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@ Sam

[kunfayakundesigns]

All Colors of Taqwa Inspirational Islamic T-shirt with Black Print

Embracing Taqwa and Consciousness: The Islamic T-Shirt That Speaks Volumes

In the heart of Islamic culture lies a profound concept that transcends mere words—Taqwa. Often translated as “God-consciousness,” Taqwa is the spiritual compass that guides Muslims in their daily lives, reminding them of the omnipresence of Allah. It is with this spirit that a unique Islamic T-shirt has been crafted, bearing the powerful words “Taqwa” and “Consciousness” as a wearable testament to faith.

Design That Resonates With Faith

The T-shirt’s design is simple yet evocative. The word “Taqwa” is emblazoned across the chest in elegant bold letters, a script that flows like the very breath of prayer. Below it, in harmonious contrast, is the word “Consciousness” in English, serving as a bridge between languages and cultures. The design is not just a fashion statement but a declaration of the wearer’s commitment to living a life of awareness and piety.

Material and Comfort

Crafted from the finest materials, the T-shirt is designed to be as comfortable as it is meaningful. The soft fabric is kind to the skin, ensuring that it can be worn throughout the day, whether at prayer, at work, or at rest. It serves as a gentle reminder of the wearer’s duties and the presence of Allah, without sacrificing comfort or style.

A Universal Message

While the T-shirt is deeply rooted in Islamic values, its message of consciousness is universal. It speaks to the heart of every individual who strives to live a life of purpose and reflection. In a world brimming with distractions, the T-shirt stands as a beacon of mindfulness, urging all who see it to pause and consider the deeper aspects of existence.

An Ideal Gift

This T-shirt makes for a thoughtful gift, whether for Eid, Ramadan, or simply as a gesture of love and respect. It is a gift that carries weight beyond the material, imparting a message that will resonate with the recipient long after it has been given.

Conclusion

The “Taqwa” and “Consciousness” Islamic T-shirt is more than just apparel; it is a wearable emblem of faith and a daily reminder of the spiritual journey every Muslim undertakes. It encourages the wearer to embody the principles of Taqwa in every action and to remain vigilant in their pursuit of a righteous path. In a world in need of reminders of the divine, this Islamic T-shirt is a subtle yet powerful call to consciousness.

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New Exhibit and Opening | Early Astronomy in the University of Michigan Collections

We’re pleased to announce a new exhibit featuring a selection of manuscripts, early printed books, and artifacts illustrating Mesopotamian, Greek, Islamic, and Western European astronomies. Thes exhibit and its permanent online counterpart are part of The Aratus Project, which was sponsored by the National Science Foundation and led by professor Francesca Schironi. The core of the project has been to study Aratus’ "Phaenomena," the most important poem on stars and constellations of the Graeco-Roman ancient world, and its exegetical tradition. The physical and online exhibits place this research work within its later intellectual and historical context.

Join the curators this Thursday, 12 January, 4-6 pm in the Hatcher Gallery for a reception celebrating the opening of the exhibit followed by an exhibit tour!

Early Astronomy in the University of Michigan Collections is on display in the Hatcher Gallery Exhibit Room (1st floor, Hatcher Graduate Library) until 15 May 2023

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[pittoresko]

"Young Woman Reading" (1880) Osman Hamdi Bey (1842-1910), Turkish painter.

Visit Pittoresko on Etsy for more Ottoman Art Prints.

Digital Download https://www.etsy.com/shop/Pittoresko

[jeanvanjer]

of course I’m not fiscally responsible. I used to print out picture of cute anime boys at the public library for 50 cents a page.

[digitalmalia]

Ka'ba - House of Worship - Shop here

[sezan]

ISLAMIC ART DIGITAL PRINTS

Set of 2 Piece Islamic Wall Art, Set of 2 Islamic Prints, Muslim Wall Art, Islamic Gifts, Printable Art, Digital Islamic Poster A3

[ammaribnazizahmed]

Ep.62 The Ottoman Ulema 2: The Printing Press, Coffee, and Secularisation with Dr. Yakoob Ahmed

[mtlibrary]

An article written to accompany the Library's current exhibition 'Islam, Astronomy & Arabic Print' was recently published on the Muslim Heritage website. You can access the full article here: https://muslimheritage.com/islam-astronomy-arabic-print-exhibition