Abdullah at-Khadim - Qur'an. India - 1616

This leaf is from the Holy book scribed by Abdullah at-Khadim in AD1616. It is in good condition. The format is very typical of a Sultanate India Qur'an of the early period with expansive headings and large script in fine hand. In this case, there are three large headings in Muhaqqaq, dividing the two sections of scripture. The attractive almond shaped marginal marks the 20th verse of the chapter.

The leaf contains scripture from Surah Al-Hadid (The Iron), chapter 57, v:19-21. These verses define the true status of faithful believers, unmask the temporary and illusionary nature of worldly life, and urge humanity to compete for eternal divine forgiveness and the vast reward of Paradise.

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