Arabic manuscripts collection, ca. 677-1893.

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Location

Manuscripts and Archives Division

Extent

• 30 linear feet (ca. 200 v.)

Access Restrictions

Restricted access; Manuscripts and Archives Division; Permit must be requested at the division indicated.

Microfilm must be used in lieu of originals when available.

Scope/Contents Note

Collection consists of manuscripts written in Arabic on paper and vellum ranging from the 7th century to the late 19th century. Items include versions of the Koran and theBible with commentaries, religious treatises, prayers, andprayer books. Literary writings are poems, proverbs, sayings, traditions, and biographical accounts. Other works concern logic, metaphysics, philosophy, astronomy, astrology, magic, medicine, law, history, and science. Also, grammars and dictionaries, and miscellaneous items such as rings and seals.

Controlled Access Terms

• Muḥammad, Prophet, d. 632.
• Bible.
• Koran.
• Arabic language.
• Arabic literature.
• Astrology, Arab.
• Astronomy, Arab.
• Philosophy, Arab.
• Finger rings.
• Seals.

Additional Creator Names

• (CStRLIN)NYPW96-A114.
• Schiff Collection.