Unknown - Qur'an - Bihar India - 1425

A stunning miniature folio from a Quran originating in the state of Bihar, India, circa 1425. It is written in a Arabic naskh script, with black ink and red diactritical markings to guide the devotee through prayer. There are 17 lines of fine script with gold 'aya' marking the verses and distinctive 'Allah' and key phrases written in broad Bihari gold thuluth font. The folio has a stunning and complex marginal illuminating the text, marking the 45th verse of the chapter. This would likely have been a travelling companion Qur'an given its size and ease of carriage.

The folio contains scripture from Verses 39-45 of Chapter 29 (Surat Al-'Ankabut - The Spider) which focus on the consequences of arrogance, the futility of relying on false idols (polytheism), and the spiritual tools provided to believers to withstand opposition, culminating in the role of prayer and the supreme importance of remembering Allah. These verses offer consolation to the believers by showcasing that arrogance and idolatry are destined to fail (like a spider's web), while urging them to strengthen their resolve through the Quran and prayer, which are the ultimate tools for maintaining spiritual integrity.

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