IQNA – A rare Quranic manuscript, estimated to be over 1,000 years old, is currently captivating attendees at the ‘Iqra’ Exhibition at the Grand Mosque in Mecca.

The exhibition is organized by the Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque.
It features a unique copy of the Holy Quran written by the renowned calligrapher Ali bin Hilal, known as Ibn Al-Bawwab, more than 1,000 years ago.
The manuscript is one of the exhibition's most prominent exhibits, highlighting Muslims' care for the Holy Quran throughout the ages.
It is displayed alongside a scientific index and analysis of the calligraphy and ornamentation adorning its pages, allowing visitors to explore its historical and artistic value and trace the development of Arabic calligraphy and Islamic ornamentation over the centuries.
The manuscript is considered one of the rarest Islamic manuscripts because of its exceptional scientific, artistic, and historical value.
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Only two known copies exist worldwide, reflecting the high status the Holy Quran has held throughout Islamic history.
Source: SPA