Professor Dr. Wasan Hussein Muhaimid, a faculty member in the Department of Human Studies at the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage, has published a scholarly article entitled (Cities of Iraq in the Lectures of Yousif Rizqallah Ghanima) in Najm Al-Mashriq Journal, Issue No. (124), Thirty-first Year, Fourth Issue for 2025. This publication comes as part of her ongoing research efforts in the fields of humanities and historical studies
Heritage Revival Center Launches an Awareness Campaign on the Dangers of Irregular Migration
Following the directives of the Department of Media and Government Communication / University of Baghdad Presidency, the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage initiated an awareness campaign that included the distribution of brochures, pamphlets, and posters highlighting the dangers of irregular migration to a number of university students across the halls and colleges of the University of Baghdad. The campaign provided students with educational explanations about the causes of irregular migration and its negative impacts on both individuals and society. It also addressed the associated legal and humanitarian risks, while emphasizing the importance of community awareness and the role of academic institutions in reducing this phenomenon. This initiative comes as part of efforts to strengthen social responsibility and promote an awareness culture among students, contributing to the development of a conscious youth capable of confronting contemporary challenges.
Heritage Revival Center Organizes a Lecture on the Quran’s Approach to Strengthening Faith: A Study in Gradual Spiritual Development
As part of its distinguished activities commemorating the National Quran Day, the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad held, on Tuesday morning, January 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., a religious workshop entitled “The Gradual Approach of the Quran in Islamic Creed.” The lecture was delivered by Professor Dr. Anas Issam Ismail, a faculty member at the Center. He spoke about the Islamic creed and the revelation of the Quran, emphasizing that, as is well-known to specialists in Islamic sciences, Islamic rulings and guidance were not revealed all at once but were revealed gradually, taking into account the circumstances of people and their readiness to receive them. One prominent example is the prohibition of alcohol, which was not forbidden immediately. It was first introduced by highlighting its harms, then prohibited during prayer times, and finally subjected to a complete prohibition. This principle illustrates that gradual guidance in the Quran applies not only to jurisprudential rulings but also to the establishment of Islamic belief. By tracing Quranic verses according to the order of revelation, one observes that issues of creed are presented sequentially and gradually, corresponding to the development of faith within individuals. For instance, in the early stages of revelation, the concept of divine oversight is established, as in the verse: “Indeed, Allah has been ever, over you, an Observer” (Quran). The discourse then progresses to affirming the perfection of Allah’s attributes, as in: “Indeed, Allah is Hearing and Seeing,” and subsequently to the affirmation of His precise knowledge of hidden thoughts, as in: “And We know whatever his soul whispers to him.” Thus, it becomes clear that the Quran employs a wise and gradual method to instill faith, taking human nature into account and preparing hearts and minds to comprehend the truths of belief step by step, until the creed is firmly established in the hearts of believers.
Heritage Revival Center Holds a Weekly Religious and Cultural Program in Celebration of the National Quran Day
As part of a series of religious activities organized in observance of the World Week of the National Quran Day, the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad held, on Monday morning, January 19, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., in Professor Nabila Abdul Munim Dawood Hall, a workshop entitled “The Religious Significance of the Quran in China: A Historical Perspective” delivered by Dr. Liqaa Shaker Al-Sharifi, a faculty member at the Center.
The researcher addressed the religious status of the Quran among Muslims in China, noting that since the arrival of Islam in the country in the 7th century CE, the Quran has served as a spiritual and cultural reference, preserving the identity of Muslims within a multi-cultural society. With the arrival of Muslim traders and scholars during the Tang Dynasty, the Quran became the foundation of religious education in mosques and traditional schools.
Over the centuries, the Quran played a key role in unifying Chinese Muslims and instilling ethical and religious values among them, despite the political and social challenges they faced. Early attempts were also made in China to translate its meanings into Chinese to facilitate understanding and to relate its teachings to the local cultural context. The workshop included examples of Quranic manuscripts and ancient Chinese translations that illustrated these aspects.
In the modern era, the Quran continues to serve as a symbol of religious steadfastness and the preservation of Islamic identity. Dr. Al-Sharifi emphasized that its presence in China is not merely a ritual practice but represents a historical continuity reflecting the interaction of Islam with Chinese civilization over many centuries.
Heritage Revival Center Organizes a Workshop on the Occasion of the National Quran Day
The Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad organized, on Sunday morning, January 18, 2026, as part of a series of activities held from January 17 to 22 in celebration of the National Quran Day, a workshop entitled “The Relationship between Quranic Recitations and the Quranic Script.” The lecture was delivered by Professor Dr. Taha Sabti Ibrahim, a faculty member at the Center. The close relationship between Quranic recitations (qirā’āt) and the Quranic script (rasm) is evident in the fact that one of the main conditions for accepting a recitation is its conformity with the Uthmanic script of one of the revered Mushafs, even if only potentially. Since the Quran has historically been referred to by two primary names—al-Qur’ān and al-Kitāb—this lecture highlighted the direct connection between these terms. Quranic recitations fall under the concept of the Quran as a text meant for recitation and worship, while the Quranic script is associated with the concept of the Book as a written text preserved in the Mushafs. This workshop aimed to deepen the understanding of the interrelation between the oral and written dimensions of the Quran and to underscore its significance in Islamic scholarship and devotion
Conclusion of the Training Course on Editing and Preserving Arabic Manuscripts at the Heritage Revival Center
The Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad concluded its specialized manuscript course entitled “Editing and Preserving Arabic Manuscripts,” held from January 11 to 14, in cooperation with the Continuing Education Center at the University of Baghdad. The course aimed to develop the skills of researchers and enthusiasts in the field of Arabic manuscript editing, introducing the scientific and methodological foundations used in verifying and preserving heritage texts, thereby contributing to supporting scholarly research and safeguarding the Arab scientific heritage. The course included the presentation of several specialized research papers. Professor Dr. Zainab Kamel Karim, a faculty member at the Center, presented a paper entitled “Fundamentals of Manuscript Editing.” Dr. Liqaa Amer Ashour, also a faculty member at the Center, presented “Manuscript Cataloging and Its Role in Supporting Research and Text Verification.” Dr. Sundus Zaidan Khalaf contributed a paper titled “Introduction to Textual Verification,” while Assistant Professor Dr. Nihal Ni‘ma Majid from the Department of History, College of Education for Women, presented “Challenges in Manuscript Editing,” discussing the major difficulties faced by researchers in this field.
At the conclusion of the course, Assistant Professor Dr. Iman Saleh Mahdi presented a paper entitled “Critiquing Manuscript Editing,” emphasizing the importance of rigorous scientific review in manuscript verification processes. The course concluded with a final assessment exam to evaluate the participants’ level of learning and the achievement of the course’s educational objectives. Ms. Fatima Mohammed Ali, the liaison officer for the course, played an active role in organizational and administrative matters, supervising and following up on all technical aspects, which contributed to the successful completion of the course. The Heritage Revival Center affirmed at the conclusion of the course its commitment to continuing the organization of future training courses and workshops dedicated to Arab scientific heritage and manuscript editing, in support of researchers and in reinforcement of the University’s academic and cultural role.
Heritage Revival Center Organizes a Seminar “Types of Interpretation by the Close (Associated) Meaning.”
The Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad organized a seminar on Monday morning, January 12, 2026,., entitled “Types of Interpretation by the Close Meaning.” The seminar was attended by a number of researchers and academics and was held in Professor Nabila Abdul Munim Dawood Hall. The lecture was delivered by Professor Dr. Taha Sabti Ibrahim, Head of the Department of Pure Sciences at the Center.
The lecturer explained that interpretation by the close meaning refers to explaining a word or a verse through a meaning that is related to the original meaning by implication, by a part of it, or by example (type). He then outlined the types of interpretation by the close meaning, beginning with interpretation by implication (al-lāzim), in which the derived meaning is not directly indicated by the wording but is necessarily entailed by it, both rationally and customarily—just as writing necessarily implies the existence of a writer. An example of this is interpreting the word “tadḥā” as “to sweat” in the verse: “And you will not suffer therein from thirst, nor from exposure to the sun” (Surat Ṭā Hā, verse 119). Commentators have offered two explanations for its meaning: first, that one will not be exposed to the sun and thus harmed by its heat; and second, that one will not sweat. Sweating is a natural consequence of exposure to harmful sunlight.
The researcher further clarified interpretation by part, which occurs when the exegete mentions only a part of the meaning that a word may carry in order to indicate the remaining meanings. An example is interpreting “the sacred ordinances of Allah” as the rituals in the verse: “That is so. And whoever honors the sacred ordinances of Allah—it is best for him in the sight of his Lord” (Surat al-Ḥajj, verse 30). If “the sacred ordinances” are understood to mean everything that is inviolable, this represents interpretation by the original meaning; however, if they are understood as the rituals of Hajj, this constitutes interpretation by part of the meaning, since the rituals are one aspect of what must not be violated.
Finally, the lecturer referred to interpretation by example (type), in which the exegete mentions a specific example or type of the word’s meaning, such as interpreting the word “their imam” as the Book, the Prophet, or deeds in the verse: “On the Day We will call every people by their imam. Then whoever is given his record in his right hand—those will read their records, and they will not be wronged even as much as a thread” (Surat al-Isrā’, verse 71). In this verse, “imam” may refer to their Book, their Prophet, the leader of their era, or their deeds; each of these interpretations represents a type and an example of the original meaning
The Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad organized a workshop on Sunday morning, January 11, 2026entitled “Instilling the Principles of Integrity and Responsibility in the Workplace.” The workshop was attended by a number of professors, researchers, and individuals interested in institutional and developmental affairs. The session was chaired by Mr. Fares Issa Fares, Director of Administration, and the lecture was delivered by Assistant Lecturer Ali Yassin Samin, a faculty member at the Center.The workshop aimed to promote the values of professional integrity and a sense of individual and collective responsibility, and to highlight the role of these values in building a positive and productive work environment that contributes to improving institutional performance and reinforcing a culture of commitment and integrity. The workshop focused on several key themes, most notably the concept of integrity and responsibility in the workplace from ethical and professional perspectives, the impact of integrity-based professional conduct on institutional success, as well as the presentation of practical models and applied methods for instilling these values in various work environments. The workshop witnessed interactive discussions and scholarly contributions from the attendees, which enriched its themes and facilitated the exchange of experiences and expertise. Participants emphasized the importance of continuing to organize such workshops that strengthen human and professional values within society. The organization of this workshop comes as part of the administrative efforts of the Center for the Revival of Heritage to support ethical and intellectual development and to contribute to building cadres that are aware of the importance of ethics and responsibility across various fields of work
The Heritage Revival Center Organizes a Seminar (Iraqi Cultural Heritage between Destruction and Rehabilitation.)”
The Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad organized a seminar on Thursday morning, January 8, 2026, entitled “Iraqi Cultural Heritage between Destruction and Rehabilitation.” The seminar was held in Professor Nabila Abdul Munim Dawood Hall and attended by a number of researchers and academics. The lecture was delivered by Professor Dr. Laith Majid Hussein, Director of the Center. The seminar addressed the current state of Iraqi cultural heritage and the systematic destruction it has suffered over the past decades, particularly the targeting of museums and archaeological sites, along with acts of vandalism, looting, and theft of historical artifacts that represent Iraq’s civilizational identity. The seminar included a visual presentation illustrating the extent of the damage inflicted on the Iraqi Museum, as well as several other museums and archaeological sites, documenting scenes of destruction, vandalism, and looting. These actions have had a negative impact on the country’s cultural and historical legacy. During his lecture, the Director of the Center also highlighted the significant losses suffered by cultural institutions, pointing to the efforts being made to rehabilitate museums and recover stolen artifacts, as well as the role of academic and cultural institutions in protecting heritage and raising awareness of its importance. In conclusion, he emphasized the necessity of concerted national and international efforts to preserve Iraqi cultural heritage as a global human legacy
Participation of a Staff Member from Our Center in the Meeting of Continuing Education Unit Officials and Liaison Officers in University Formations
The Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage / University of Baghdad participated in the meeting held for officials of Continuing Education Units and liaison officers across all university formations. The meeting discussed the mechanisms for organizing training courses throughout the year, methods of implementation, ways to evaluate their performance, as well as the organizational and administrative arrangements related to these courses. Our Center was represented at this meeting by Ms. Fatima Mohammed Ali, the liaison officer from the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage for Continuing Education. Her participation played an effective role in discussing the meeting’s key topics and in presenting proposals that contribute to the development of the work of Continuing Education Units. mphasized the importance of having a liaison officer for each university formation within the Continuing Education Center at the University of Baghdad, with the aim of enhancing joint coordination and unifying work mechanisms, thereby contributing to raising the standard of the training courses offered. This meeting comes as part of the university’s ongoing efforts to organize and develop training courses in line with the requirements of professional and institutional development
The Department of Human Studies at the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage / University of Baghdad organized a workshop on Monday morning, January 5, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., entitled “Social Heritage in the Digital Age.” The workshop was held in Professor Nabila Abdul Munim Dawood Hall as part of the department’s scientific activities aimed at highlighting the importance of employing digital tools in documenting and preserving social heritage. The lecture was delivered by Assistant Lecturer Zainab Khalid, a faculty member at the Center. In her presentation, the speaker discussed how the digital age has transformed humanity’s relationship with social heritage, shifting it from oral memory to a globally documented and accessible space. Digitization has contributed to preserving rituals, dialects, and folk tales, enabled individuals and institutions to participate in documentation through social media, and led to the creation of virtual museums.
She explained the role of reviving heritage through contemporary visual and interactive methods, which has enhanced its continuity and appeal—especially among young people. At the same time, she pointed to several challenges, including the distortion of heritage, the absence of legal frameworks, the loss of digital content due to technical issues, and, at times, its subjection to individual personal considerations, in addition to the dominance of globalization and the prevalence of certain cultures at the expense of national culture. The researcher proposed a number of practical solutions, such as establishing regulations for the digital use of heritage and creating community-based digital initiatives that encourage people to share reliable heritage content under expert supervision. In conclusion, she emphasized that social heritage is not merely a narrated past but a living identity that renews itself with the development of the times. The digital age has opened wide horizons for safeguarding, documenting, and transmitting this heritage to future generations through innovative approaches that combine authenticity with modernity. Preserving our heritage is a shared responsibility that begins with awareness and grows through knowledge, ensuring that our social values remain firmly rooted despite the rapid pace of digital transformation
The Arab Scientific Heritage Revival Center at the University of Baghdad organized a seminar on Monday morning, 29/12/2025, at 10:30 a.m., entitled “Mental Health and Its Importance.” The seminar was held in Professor Nabila Abdul-Munim Dawood Hall and was attended by a number of researchers and academics, as part of the Center’s scientific activities aimed at enhancing health awareness in the community.The lecture was delivered by Assistant Lecturer Juman Adnan Hussein, a faculty member at the Center. During the seminar, she discussed the concept of mental health and its importance as a fundamental pillar of public health, highlighting its pivotal role in building the individual and society. She also reviewed the most prominent psychological diseases and disorders that may result from neglecting mental health, explaining the associated side effects and their negative repercussions at both the individual and social levels. The researcher also addressed media-related issues connected to mental health topics, along with the outcomes and contemporary challenges arising from them, emphasizing the necessity of employing responsible and informed media in spreading psychological awareness and promoting a correct understanding of these issues. This seminar comes within the framework of the Arab Scientific Heritage Revival Center’s efforts to disseminate scientific knowledge and contribute to building a more aware society that places greater emphasis on mental health as an integral part of overall well-being