By Bernat Armangue - Associated Press
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| Calligraphy expert Avraham Borshevsky practices in his studio in Jerusalem |
Thursday, 15 March 2012
Jews & Muslims united in keeping the art of calligraphy alive
Posted on 11:31 by the great khali
THE STATE
By Bernat Armangue - Associated Press
ISRAEL - In a world overwhelmed by electronic gadgets that have changed the way we read, write and learn, the Jewish and Islamic arts of calligraphy have preserved their methods for generations. Calligraphy is one of the main art forms in Judaism and Islam, reflecting how central the word is to both religions. Both Muslim and Jewish scribes say deep knowledge of religion infuses the graceful lines of their calligraphy and is essential to the art. [link]
By Bernat Armangue - Associated Press
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