UAE: Light and Peace Museum Showcases Islamic Heritage, Quranic Treasures
The Museum was inaugurated on Friday by Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, according to The National News.
The museum aims to offer visitors an opportunity to explore the diverse cultural heritage of Islamic civilisation.
It houses a vast collection of exhibits spanning centuries, including significant artefacts such as the first Islamic gold coin, part of the Kiswa (covering) of the Holy Kaaba, and gold-illuminated pages of the Blue Quran.
The collection also includes data-x-items from the personal archive of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the UAE’s Founding Father. Combining tradition with modern technology, the museum features five sections that incorporate interactive and multimedia elements.
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During his visit, Sheikh Mansour toured the museum's Dome of Peace and received an overview of its purpose, which includes fostering a deeper understanding of Islamic society's contributions to arts, sciences, and the principles of tolerance and coexistence.
"This museum forms a window that allows the world to explore the cultural richness of Islamic civilisation and represents a qualitative addition to the UAE’s efforts in highlighting the shared human values that unite us as diverse peoples," Sheikh Mansour said, as quoted by the state news agency Wam. "We are committed to supporting initiatives that contribute to building a future that promotes values of understanding and peace."
The museum comprises five zones: Values of Tolerance – The Abundance of Light; Sanctity and Worship – The Three Mosques; Beauty and Perfection – The Spirit of Creativity; Tolerance and Openness – The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque; and Unity and Coexistence. There is also a designated area for family and children’s activities.
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Content within the museum is presented in seven languages, including Arabic, English, Chinese, Spanish, French, Russian, and Hindi, to ensure accessibility for a global audience.
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre, which oversees the mosque, will announce the museum’s public opening soon.
Source: Agencies
