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The marginalia found in millions of Arabic manuscripts could reshape our understanding of Islamic history

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A new study published in the Journal of Islamic Thought and Civilization argues that analyzing marginalia in millions of Arabic manuscripts is essential for understanding Islamic history. The study emphasizes that scholars must first examine these handwritten notes to accurately reconstruct the content of the manuscripts, as the marginalia often contain critical textual details that the main text alone does not provide.

Key points

• Scholars must examine marginalia in Arabic manuscripts to accurately reconstruct the content of the manuscripts.

Context

The study was published in the Journal of Islamic Thought and Civilization, suggesting it contributes to the broader field of Islamic studies and textual scholarship.

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