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From Islamic to Persian Calligraphy to Modern Calligraphers. A Calligraphers Journey Islamic calligraphy began in the 7th century, emerging alongside the rise of Islam as a vital means of preserving and transmitting the Quran. Because the Quran is considered the literal word of God, every letter and word had to be recorded with absolute accuracy. Writing the sacred text was not merely a practical task; it was a deeply spiritual act. Calligraphy quickly became a way to honour the divine,...

The Honourable Mr. Khar Markabzadeh was awarded the “Medal of Honest Effort.” In 2011, in an act of protest, a donkey in Bamiyan was awarded a medal during an official ceremony organized by the Bamiyan Civil Society to criticize governmental neglect. Despite repeated pleas for access to clean drinking water, the government remained indifferent. For centuries, donkeys have been essential to local life, helping deliver water to homes across the region. Honouring their labour, therefore, felt...