Cultural / Materials for Writing the Revelation in the Prophetic Era... Historical Evidence at the Holy Quran Museum in Makkah

Makkah, Muharram 28, 1448 AH, corresponding to July 13, 2026 AD, SPA — Islamic history preserves bright pages of care for the Holy Quran since the beginning of the revelation. The scribes of the revelation among the companions of the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) initiated the recording of the noble verses on whatever materials were available in their environment, in a form that embodies the immense concern for preserving and documenting the Book of Allah since the Prophetic era. The Holy Quran Museum in the Hira Cultural District in Makkah showcases approximate models of the materials on which the Holy Quran was written during the Prophetic era, providing visitors with an educational experience that documents the beginnings of writing the revelation and introduces them to the means used by the companions (may Allah be pleased with them) in recording the Quranic verses. The exhibits include models simulating leather parchments, palm fronds, pieces of wood and stone, as well as animal materials such as bones, including shoulder bones and ribs, and other materials used in writing the revelation before the Quran was compiled into a single mushaf. This is presented in a museum display that combines historical documentation and interactive style. Tanned leather (adim) was among the most prominent materials used for writing the Quran in the Prophetic era due to its durability and ability to preserve texts. It was prepared from animal hides after tanning and preparing them for writing, making it one of the most important media on which Quranic verses were recorded in the early days of revelation. These models highlight an important aspect of the history of Quranic transcription, reflecting the capabilities available at that time and confirming the early Muslims' keenness to document the words of Allah immediately upon revelation, in compliance with the directives of the Prophet (peace be upon him), who instructed the scribes of revelation to write the verses and specify their positions in the surahs. The museum provides accompanying descriptive explanations for the exhibits, clarifying the characteristics of each material, the reasons for its use, and how writing was done on it, giving the visitor a realistic impression of the environment that witnessed the revelation of the Quran and the efforts made to preserve and record it until it reached the nation preserved as it was revealed. The Holy Quran Museum is one of the most prominent cultural facilities in the Hira Cultural District, offering an integrated educational journey that highlights the history of the Holy Quran and its sciences, the stages of its writing and compilation, and the development of the mushaf through the ages. This is achieved through modern exhibition halls and interactive technologies that combine scientific content and visual display, enriching the visitor's experience and strengthening their connection with the Book of Allah. The museum is part of the cultural system hosted by the Hira Cultural District, aimed at highlighting the Islamic and historical heritage associated with Makkah and introducing visitors to the main milestones in the history of revelation through educational content and interactive experiences that contribute to instilling civilizational and cultural awareness among various segments of society. // End // 14:18 TMA 0084

Makkah, Muharram 28, 1448 AH, corresponding to July 13, 2026 AD, SPA — Islamic history preserves bright pages of care for the Holy Quran since the beginning of the revelation. The scribes of the revelation among the companions of the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) initiated the recording of the noble verses on whatever materials were available in their environment, in a form that embodies the immense concern for preserving and documenting the Book of Allah since the Prophetic era. The Holy Quran Museum in the Hira Cultural District in Makkah showcases approximate models of the materials on which the Holy Quran was written during the Prophetic era, providing visitors with an educational experience that documents the beginnings of writing the revelation and introduces them to the means used by the companions (may Allah be pleased with them) in recording the Quranic verses. The exhibits include models simulating leather parchments, palm fronds, pieces of wood and stone, as well as animal materials such as bones, including shoulder bones and ribs, and other materials used in writing the revelation before the Quran was compiled into a single mushaf. This is presented in a museum display that combines historical documentation and interactive style. Tanned leather (adim) was among the most prominent materials used for writing the Quran in the Prophetic era due to its durability and ability to preserve texts. It was prepared from animal hides after tanning and preparing them for writing, making it one of the most important media on which Quranic verses were recorded in the early days of revelation. These models highlight an important aspect of the history of Quranic transcription, reflecting the capabilities available at that time and confirming the early Muslims' keenness to document the words of Allah immediately upon revelation, in compliance with the directives of the Prophet (peace be upon him), who instructed the scribes of revelation to write the verses and specify their positions in the surahs. The museum provides accompanying descriptive explanations for the exhibits, clarifying the characteristics of each material, the reasons for its use, and how writing was done on it, giving the visitor a realistic impression of the environment that witnessed the revelation of the Quran and the efforts made to preserve and record it until it reached the nation preserved as it was revealed. The Holy Quran Museum is one of the most prominent cultural facilities in the Hira Cultural District, offering an integrated educational journey that highlights the history of the Holy Quran and its sciences, the stages of its writing and compilation, and the development of the mushaf through the ages. This is achieved through modern exhibition halls and interactive technologies that combine scientific content and visual display, enriching the visitor's experience and strengthening their connection with the Book of Allah. The museum is part of the cultural system hosted by the Hira Cultural District, aimed at highlighting the Islamic and historical heritage associated with Makkah and introducing visitors to the main milestones in the history of revelation through educational content and interactive experiences that contribute to instilling civilizational and cultural awareness among various segments of society. // End // 14:18 TMA 0084