--- product_id: 8747389 title: "The Cosmic Script: Sacred Geometry and the Science of Arabic Penmanship" price: "B/.531" currency: PAB in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/8747389-the-cosmic-script-sacred-geometry-and-the-science-of-arabic store_origin: PA region: Panama --- # 430+ full-color illustrations Sacred geometry & golden ratio 2-volume in-depth study The Cosmic Script: Sacred Geometry and the Science of Arabic Penmanship **Price:** B/.531 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🖋️ Unlock the divine art of Arabic script — where geometry meets timeless elegance. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Cosmic Script: Sacred Geometry and the Science of Arabic Penmanship - **How much does it cost?** B/.531 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.pa](https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/8747389-the-cosmic-script-sacred-geometry-and-the-science-of-arabic) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Sacred Geometry Decoded:** Explore the mathematical precision behind each letter, revealing the golden ratio and geometric grids that define divine beauty. - • **Decades of Scholarly Research:** Dive into a landmark two-volume set that unpacks centuries of Islamic calligraphy mastery. - • **Cross-Cultural Intellectual Legacy:** Trace the fusion of Greek philosophy and classical Islamic science shaping the iconic Proportioned Script of Ibn Muqla. - • **The Ultimate Calligraphy Reference:** Join the elite circle of connoisseurs with the definitive guide hailed as the 'Calligraphy Bible' by experts and enthusiasts alike. - • **Visual Feast of 430+ Illustrations:** Experience the art and science of Arabic penmanship through vivid, full-color visuals that bring history to life. ## Overview The Cosmic Script is a richly illustrated, two-volume scholarly masterpiece exploring the sacred geometry and historical roots of Arabic calligraphy. Authored by Ahmed Moustafa and Stefan Sperl, it decodes the 10th-century Proportioned Script of Ibn Muqla through over 430 full-color illustrations, revealing the fusion of Greek and Islamic intellectual traditions. This definitive guide is essential for anyone passionate about the art, science, and spiritual heritage of Islamic penmanship. ## Description A fully illustrated, landmark study of Islamic calligraphy traced back to its deepest historical and cultural roots • Explores the sacred geometry of each letter form of the Arabic alphabet as attributed to renowned 10th-century scribe Ibn Muqla • Traces Ibn Muqla’s system to the cross-cultural encounter between Greek learning and the scientific, artistic, and philosophical pursuits of classical Islam • A richly illustrated, two-volume presentation of decades of research with more than 430 full-color illustrations Calligraphy is the central visual art of Islam. At its core resides a perennial challenge: What letter shapes traced by human hands are rightful bearers of the divine message? The answer lies in the “Proportioned Script” of Ibn Muqla, renowned scribe, man of letters, and minister under the great Abbasid Caliphate in 10th-century Baghdad. Emphasizing harmony and geometry, Ibn Muqla’s system has governed the practice of Arabic scribal art up to the present day. In this two-volume, richly illustrated study, Ahmed Moustafa and Stefan Sperl analyze each letter form of Ibn Muqla’s perfected penmanship and share their decades of research on Islamic letter shapes, revealing the history, linguistics, philosophy, theology, and sacred geometry that underlie this spiritual art form. In volume one the authors reveal the trilogy of prophecy, penmanship, and geometry at the foundation of Ibn Muqla’s Proportioned Script. Providing a fully illustrated analysis of Islamic calligraphy’s geometrical principles as transmitted in surviving writings and key manuscript sources, they examine the geometric grid of square, circle, and hexagon that informs the pen strokes of each letter shape and explore how the golden ratio appears within the matrix of the grid. They examine the development of Ibn Muqla’s system in the context of the sciences, arts, and penmanship of 10th-century Baghdad and trace its origins to the cross-cultural encounter between Greek learning and the scientific, artistic, and philosophical pursuits of classical Islam. In volume two the authors analyze the calligraphic forms of each letter of the Arabic alphabet. They decode the sacred geometry of each form as it appears within the geometric grid, providing letter samples from ancient sources. Unearthing the theoretical and scientific foundations of Arabic calligraphy, this landmark study examines the aesthetic implications of Ibn Muqla’s theory for the visual, verbal, and aural arts of Islam as well as the Islamic mystical tradition. Review: If you're seeking knowledge about the science beauty and history ... - If you're seeking knowledge about the science beauty and history of the Arabic script, this is the standard reference. It is lavishly illustrated and explained in two separate volumes. One provides an overview of the history, art and science of the script and the second volume provides and in-depth review of each letter. This set is a gift and treasure of Islamic culture and humanity in general Review: The Calligraphy Bible! - This book is awesome. Covers everything you want to know about Islamic calligraphy. ## Features - The Cosmic Script: Sacred Geometry and the Science of Arabic Penmanship - Inner Traditions - ABIS BOOK ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #2,770,743 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #1,020 in Calligraphy Guides #3,606 in Ancient & Controversial Knowledge #6,040 in New Age Mysticism (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.9 out of 5 stars 25 Reviews | ## Images ![The Cosmic Script: Sacred Geometry and the Science of Arabic Penmanship - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/713hTFebSNL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you're seeking knowledge about the science beauty and history ... *by S***S on December 29, 2017* If you're seeking knowledge about the science beauty and history of the Arabic script, this is the standard reference. It is lavishly illustrated and explained in two separate volumes. One provides an overview of the history, art and science of the script and the second volume provides and in-depth review of each letter. This set is a gift and treasure of Islamic culture and humanity in general ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Calligraphy Bible! *by F***N on April 20, 2021* This book is awesome. Covers everything you want to know about Islamic calligraphy. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A lot of information and informative. *by S***A on December 20, 2017* Very detailed information about the history of calligraphy. Good quality. I'm going to try to learn to write from it. 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