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Center for the Revival of Arabic Scientific Heritage Organizes a Seminar

Under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Laith Majid Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arabic Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad,the Center organized a seminar on Monday, November 3, 2025, at 12:00 p.m., with the attendance of several staff members, in Professor Nabeela Abdul Muneem Dawood Hall.

The seminar, entitled “King Faisal I in the Hearts of Christians,” was presented by Dr. Wasan Hussein Muhaimid, a faculty member in the Center. Dr. Muhaimid spoke about King Faisal I, the founder of the Kingdom of Iraq, highlighting his esteemed position in the hearts of Iraqis in general, and Christians in particular. She noted that the truest expressions of love are those felt after the passing of the beloved, transcending mere courtesy or the desire to win favor, reflecting genuine affection, loyalty, and gratitude toward those who served the country and its people with honor. The researcher emphasized the pure and sincere sentiments conveyed in a sermon by the Arabic-speaking priest, Father Anastasius Al-Karmali, delivered during a session held by the Catholic Christian communities in Baghdad to commemorate the deeds of His Majesty King Faisal I, who passed away in Bern on September 17, 1933. The sermon was presented to his son and successor, King Ghazi I, as a respectful tribute to the late King from the Carmelite Fathers’ mission in Iraq.

Father Anastasius described the love and trust of the Christian communities toward King Faisal and his leadership, addressing the audience to explain the purpose of his sermon, which concluded with prayers for the late King.

Center for the Revival of Arabic Scientific Heritage Organizes an Awareness Workshop on Voting Procedures

As part of the efforts of the Independent High Electoral Commission to promote electoral awareness and strengthen the principles of conscious and responsible participation, and in accordance with the directives of the Presidency of the University of Baghdad, the Media and Government Communication Unit at the Center for the Revival of Arabic Scientific Heritage, in cooperation with the Center for Educational and Psychological Research at the University of Baghdad, organized an awareness workshop on voting procedures on the morning of Monday, November 3, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., in Professor Nabeela Abdul Muneem Dawood Hall.

The workshop’s lecture was delivered by Mr. Majid Saleh Mahdi from the Electoral Relations Division of the IHEC, who spoke about spreading electoral culture among citizens and encouraging them to freely and fairly exercise their voting rights.

During the workshop, emphasis was placed on the voter’s vital role in consciously and responsibly selecting their representatives, with the presentation of informative materials highlighting the ethical and legal standards to be followed on election day to ensure integrity and transparency in the electoral process and to reinforce the principles of democracy in society.

The session also included several discussions regarding voting authority and procedures. At the conclusion of the event, the Center’s administration extended its thanks and appreciation to the lecturer and participants, wishing them continued success and progress.

Under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Laith Majid Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arabic Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad, an extensive meeting was held that brought together the heads of departments:

Prof. Dr. Salar Ali Khudhur (Department of Human Studies),

Prof. Dr. Taha Sibti Ibrahim (Department of Pure Sciences),

Prof. Dr. Zainab Kamel Kareem (Department of Manuscripts), and

Asst. Prof. Dr. Rasha Issa Faris (Department of Baghdad Documentation).

The meeting focused on discussing the scientific research plan for 2026 and all matters related to the development of new research projects.

The participants discussed the main themes and mechanisms for unifying research efforts in ways that serve the community, preserve national identity, and keep pace with modern scientific developments. They also agreed on establishing a timeline for submitting research proposals and forming regular subcommittees to follow up on the implementation and evaluation of the plan, ensuring high research quality and achieving the Center’s strategic goals.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the researchers expressed their gratitude to the Center’s administration for its continuous support of scientific research, affirming their commitment to continued collaboration in pursuit of their academic aspirations for the year 2026.

Asst. Prof. Dr. Rasha Issa Faris, a faculty member at the Center for the Revival of Arabic Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad, participated on Thursday, October 30, 2025, in the Dar Al-Salam Hall at the Union of Arab Historians, as a member of the examination committee for the Ph.D. membership  submitted by the student Shaimaa Fadel Nassif, entitled “The Intellectual Movement in Samarkand through Al-Dhahabi’s Tarikh al-Islam (748 AH / 1374 AD)”, at the Institute of Arab History and Scientific Heritage for Postgraduate Studies.

The defense was attended by a number of professors and researchers specializing in Islamic history and scientific heritage. After reviewing the committee’s report, the student was awarded the degree of Excellent (Distinction). Congratulations to the student, with best wishes for continued success and progress in her academic journey.

The center of heritage revival organizes seminar “The Differences in Qur’anic Readings and Their Impact on the Variation of Meaning,”

Under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Laith Majid Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arabic Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad, our Center organized a seminar on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at 12:00 p.m., in Professor Nabeela Abdul Muneem Dawood Hall, with the attendance of several of the Center’s staff members.

The seminar, entitled “The Differences in Qur’anic Readings and Their Impact on the Variation of Meaning,” was delivered by Asst. Prof. Dr. Iman Saleh Mahdi, a faculty member at our Center. Dr. Mahdi discussed the scholars’ stance on citing Qur’anic readings as evidence. She explained that when the movement of compiling works on Qur’anic readings—both mutawatir (widely transmitted) and irregular (shadhdh)—became active, referring to these readings became an essential necessity in establishing grammatical and linguistic rules. She noted that the use of Qur’anic readings as linguistic evidence began in the Basra and Kufa schools, but the grammarians of the two schools differed in their approaches. The Basrans, since the time of Sibawayh, sought to subject these readings to their established grammatical rules and analogies; they accepted and cited those that conformed to their principles and rejected those that did not, labeling them as irregular.

The Center for the Revival of Arabic Scientific Heritage Participates in the Eighth Scientific Conference of the General Authority for Antiquities and Heritage

At the invitation of the General Authority for Antiquities and Heritage, the Center for the Revival of Arabic Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad participated in the activities of the Eighth Scientific Conference entitled “The Civilizational Role of the City of Baghdad Through Historical Eras.” The conference was held under the patronage of Dr. Ahmed Fakak Al-Badrani, Minister of Culture, Tourism, and Antiquities, and under the supervision of Mr. Qasim Taher Al-Sudani, Deputy Minister, under the slogan “Baghdad: Authenticity and Everlasting Splendor.”

The conference took place on Monday, October 27, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., in the Cordoba Hall of the Al-Mansour Melia Hotel in Baghdad, with the participation of a distinguished group of researchers, academics, and specialists in the fields of history, archaeology, and heritage. During their participation, representatives of the Center emphasized the importance of such conferences in documenting Iraq’s civilizational heritage and supporting national efforts aimed at preserving cultural identity and strengthening the sense of belonging to the deep-rooted history of the capital, Baghdad.

Under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Laith Majid Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arabic Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad, our Center organized a scientific workshop on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., in cooperation with the Center for Strategic Studies and under the patronage of the Women’s Affairs Division at the University of Baghdad. The workshop was attended by a number of female researchers and was held in Professor Nabeela Abdul Muneem Dawood Hall. The workshop, entitled “Enhancing the Role of Women in Political Work and Decision-Making,” was chaired by Asst. Prof. Dr. Rasha Issa Faris, Head of the Baghdad Documentation Department and faculty member at our Center. The lecture was delivered by Asst. Prof. Dr. Rana Mouloud Shaker, faculty member at the Center for Strategic and International Studies at the University of Baghdad.

Dr. Shaker discussed the importance of strengthening women’s participation in decision-making, emphasizing that it is one of the essential conditions for building a genuine and inclusive democracy. She noted that this process requires integrated efforts, represented through several recommendations — including the need for active government entities to enact supportive legislation, strengthening the family’s role in raising children on the principle of support and confidence, particularly for women, and the use of media to craft positive discourse, imagery, and attitudes toward women.

Professor Wasan Hussein Muhimid, from the Department of Human Studies in the Center, participated in the scientific symposium organized by Dar Najm Al-Mashriq Cultural House for Publishing and Distribution, affiliated with the Chaldean Patriarchate in Baghdad, entitled “Father Yousif Habbi (1938–2000): The Man and the Thinker”, marking the 25th anniversary of his passing. The symposium was held on Monday, October 20, 2025, at the hall of Mar Gorgis Chaldean Church in Al-Ghadeer. It was attended by His Beatitude Cardinal Louis Raphael Sako, Patriarch of the Chaldean Church in Iraq and the world; his assistant Bishop Basilios Yaldo; H.E. Professor Dr. Mohammed Hussein Al-Yasien, President of the Iraqi Scientific Academy; along with a distinguished group of researchers, academics, and intellectuals from various scientific institutions, Baghdadi councils, and those interested in the thought of Father Habbi.

Dr. Wasan presented a paper entitled “The father Dr. Yousif Habbi and His Role in Preserving the Syriac Heritage”, shedding light on his scholarly activities and contributions to academic conferences, scientific institutions, and both local and international journals through his chairmanship of the Syriac Committee at the Iraqi Scientific Academy. Dr. Wasan received the Father Yousif Habbi Award for Excellence and Creativity for her paper, which was recognized as the best research presented at the symposium.

In conclusion, the Center’s administration extended their thanks and congratulations to Dr. Wasan, wishing her continued success and achievement in her academic career.

Under the supervision of Professor Dr. Laith Majeed Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad, the Department of Pure Sciences at the Center organized a workshop on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, held in Professor Nabeela Abdul Muneim Dawood Hall, that attended by a number of professors and academics.  The workshop,entitled “Historical Factors Behind the Emergence of Cities in the Upper Euphrates Region,” was chaired by Professor Dr. Taha Subti Ibrahim, Head of the Department of Pure Sciences at our Center. The lecture was delivered by Professor Dr. Saadi Ibrahim Al-Darraji, a retired faculty member of the Center, who discussed the most significant historical factors that contributed to the establishment and continuity of settlement in the Upper Euphrates cities. Among these factors were geographical, economic, administrative and political, military, and social aspects.

Dr. Al-Darraji particularly emphasized the economic factor, especially trade and ancient transportation routes, as well as traditional industries and the importance of agricultural activity in the cities of the region. He also highlighted the historical significance of ancient urban centers with deep roots in history, such as Anah, Haditha, Al-Wus, and Jubbah, noting that most of them emerged along the Euphrates on small fortified islands dating back at least to the Assyrian era, with continuous habitation throughout the Sasanian, Roman, and Islamic periods. The researcher further discussed archaeological sites and major cultural landmarks in the cities of the Upper Euphrates, presenting examples of military, religious, and public architecture. The workshop included several academic discussions and contributions related to the topic. In conclusion, the Center’s administration expressed its appreciation to the distinguished researcher, wishing him continued success in his scholarly endeavors.

Under the supervision of Professor Dr. Laith Majeed Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad, our Center organized a seminar on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., held in Professor Nabeela Abdul Muneim Dawood Hall and attended by a number of professors and academics. The seminar, titled “The City of Kufa: Its Urban Planning and Cultural Landmarks,” was delivered by Assistant Lecturer Zainab Jamal Nawroz, a faculty member in the Center. she discussed the origins and development of the city of Kufa, which was founded in 638 AD as a military camp and later evolved into an important urban center.

Nawroz highlighted that Kufa was distinguished by its orderly and geometric urban design, featuring straight, well-organized streets arranged around a central market and a grand mosque. The city served as a political and administrative center during the Islamic era and attracted scholars, jurists, and intellectuals. She added that Kufa’s civilization blended both military and urban characteristics, and the city was known for its public buildings, markets, and advanced social facilities. Its Great Mosque became a center for Islamic jurisprudence and Arabic linguistics, contributing significantly to the spread of knowledge and culture.

The lecture emphasized Kufa’s role as a hub of cultural and political activity during the early Islamic period, reflecting its prominent position in the history of Islamic civilization.