By the inkstand and the pen and by that which they write
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THE HISTORIC PROJECT
One person, one verse.
A Qur'an that recreates the ancient art of Islamic Calligraphy while highlighting the modern-day diversity of Islam. |
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Penning the Word of GOD
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The Al-Qalam Project is a first of its kind that aims to produce a unique copy of the Holy Qur'an: one in which each verse has been penned by a different writer,and thus the complete text of the Holy Qur'an will be entirely written by members of the public,thereby celebrating the fact that many diverse people can unify behind the teachings of the one book. The Al-Qalam Project has proved to be a truly influential initiative, bringing together people of different countries and faith which in essence is the very purpose of this Holy book. |
About The Al-Qalam ProjectThe Al-Qalam Project was founded by Razwan Baig and officially launched by the worldwide Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, the Fifth Khalifah (Caliph), His Holiness Hazrat Mirza Masroor Ahmad (aba) in 2016. Razwan Baig is a British Islamic calligrapher and a collector of Islamic manuscripts and Islamic art. His collections have been shown in over several major museums worldwide and has contributed to more than 20 international exhibitions.
Since its official launch, The Al-Qalam Project, in collaboration with The Review of Religions, has travelled across the world, most recently to India, Canada and Germany. The unique and historic initiative is nearing its completion and will be returning on all three days of the Annual Convention of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Comunity UK, where the project was first introduced. |
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A Unique Project
WHYThe Al-Qalam project aims to produce a unique copy of the Holy Qur'an: one in which each verse has been penned by a different writer, thereby celebrating the fact that many diverse people can unify behind the teachings of the one book.
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LEGACYIn the age of rapid technological advancement, writing may not be valued as much as before. Modern forms of communication such iPads and tablets are being preferred to traditional forms of artistry. Therefore, one of the inspirations behind this project is to bring back the art of writing. Under the supervision of an expert calligrapher anyone wishing to participate in the historic Al-Qalam project can do so without any experience of calligraphy.
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BE INSPIREDThe Al-Qalam project brought people together in showing their love for the Holy Qur'an. One of the inspirations behind this project is to bring back the art of writing. Under the supervision of an expert calligrapher anyone wishing to participate in the historic Al-Qalam project can do so without any experience of calligraphy. Another unique feature of this project is that it is open to people of all faiths as the Holy Qur'an is the word of God for the whole of mankind.
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GET INVOLVEDTravelled across the world from UK, to Germany, Canada to India the Al-Qalam Project is coming to UK at this year's Jalsa Salana UK 2018.
The Al-Qalam project will be running during the three days of the Annual Convention of Ahmadiyya Muslim Community UK. Be a part of history today! |
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RAZWAN BAIG
FOUNDER OF THE AL-QALAM PROJECT
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Razwan Baig is a scholar, collector, philanthropist and Islamic art critic and researcher. His Islamic art collection includes items as diverse as textiles and ceramics to Qur’anic manuscripts,and has been shown in several major art museums and international exhibitions.
His interest in Islamic calligraphy began at age 12 and has run workshops and presented on the art of calligraphy since 1994. He completed his BA (Hons) History of Art & Archaeology of Islamic world, School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London. He also has obtained extensive training in Arabic calligraphy in different styles from Birkbeck College, University of Sunderland as well as from some of the foremost calligraphers from Turkey, Baghdad and Pakistan. He will be exhibiting a portion of his collection at The Review of Religions exhibition at the 52nd annual convention of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community on August 3-5, 2018. |
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Razwan Baig gives us an insight into the inspiration behind this truly historic project in which people from around the world unite, irrespective of caste, creed or religion, to write the verse of the Holy Qur'an.
Here's an exclusive interview with Razwan Baig: The man behind the Al-Qalam poject. Originally published in The Review of Religions December 2017 edition. |
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The Al-QALAM HIGHLIGHTS.
Deb Schulte, CANADA"I think you should take it to more places, you should bring it to more countries and make sure that everyone can experience it, I really found it very educational and very exciting." 
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The Rt Hon Earl Howe, UK"I think the Qur’an writing project is inspirational, the idea that after all this time we should celebrate the writing of the Qur’an by real people in real handwriting." 
Virginie Devoucoux,
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Osman Savas, turkey"It's wonderful, very creative scripts and quite enjoyable to do it. I’m also a graphic designer so I can appreciate Arabic calligraphy. I think its such a positive thing and such a good idea and I look forward to seeing the final results." 
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