cosmic script, The
Book Description
The sacred art of Islamic calligraphy reveals profound spiritual dimensions when examined through the lens of divine geometry and ancient wisdom. This comprehensive two-volume study unveils the mystical foundations underlying Arabic letter forms, tracing their development back to the revolutionary system created by Ibn Muqla, a tenth-century master scribe and scholar in Baghdad.
At the heart of this exploration lies a fundamental question that has guided Islamic artists for centuries: which letter shapes, crafted by human hands, can truly serve as worthy vessels for divine revelation? The answer emerges through Ibn Muqla's "Proportioned Script," a harmonious system based on sacred geometry that continues to influence Arabic calligraphy today.
Drawing from decades of meticulous research and featuring over 430 full-color illustrations, this work decodes the geometric principles that govern each letter of the Arabic alphabet. The authors demonstrate how squares, circles, and hexagons form an underlying grid that shapes every pen stroke, while revealing the presence of the golden ratio within this sacred matrix.
Beyond technical analysis, the study illuminates the rich cultural tapestry from which this art form emerged, exploring the fascinating intersection between Greek mathematical knowledge and the scientific, artistic, and philosophical achievements of classical Islam. Each letter form becomes a gateway to understanding the deeper connections between prophecy, penmanship, and geometry that define this spiritual practice.
For seekers interested in the mystical dimensions of sacred art, this landmark study offers profound insights into how divine wisdom manifests through human creativity and geometric harmony.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages)
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Arabic Calligraphy
- ✓ Explore Writing
- ✓ Explore Writing, arabic
- ✓ Understand the nature of mind
- ✓ Explore mystical experiences
- ✓ Explore BODY, MIND & SPIRIT / Mysticism
- ✓ Explore ART
- ✓ Explore Calligraphy, arabic
