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September 27, 2005: Rare Quran Manuscripts on Exhibit in Bahrain
Bahrain: "An international exhibition showcasing some of the finest mediaeval Quran manuscripts is opening at Beit Al Quran, Manama, today.
The Spirit Illuminated - An International Exhibition of the Quran manuscripts will be opened by Deputy Prime Minister and Islamic Affairs Minister Shaikh Abdulla bin Khalid Al Khalifa.
It presents 12 double-page prints based on selected openings from the finest mediaeval Quran manuscripts in Cairo's Dar Al Kutub, which is Egypt's national library and archive.
