The History of Libraries in Hejaz is linked to libraries in Makkah al-Mukarramah and al-Madinah al-Munawwarah , with the oldest dating back to the early Islamic history, specifically to the seventh century. Historical references indicate that the beginning was in al-Madinah al-Munawwarah when the Holy Quran was compiled in manuscript form on parchment sheets. Multiple copies of the Holy Quran were transcribed and distributed to some Islamic capitals during the era of Caliph Uthman Bin Affan (ma...
King Saud Library in Buraydah is a public government library, considered one of the oldest public government libraries in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . It is located in Buraydah City , the administrative capital of Qassim Province. History of King Saud Library in Buraydah King Saud Library in Buraydah was established in 1945 by Omar Bin Mohammed Bin Salim. In its beginning, it consisted of a single room attached to the main mosque. After the founder passed away, King Saud Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud ...
The Grand Mosque Library is located in Batha Quraish Neighborhood of Makkah al-Mukarramah City , west of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia . The library adopts the concept of smart libraries, featuring advanced copying and printing technologies, rapid data transfer, and devices for sterilizing books and manuscripts to ensure their preservation. It also provides digital information systems and focuses on developing its staff skills. The library measures the quality of its services for readers through ...
The Educational Co-operative Bookshop is one of the oldest commercial bookstores in the Eastern Province . Located in al-Ahsa Governorate , it was established by Abdullah Bin Abdulrahman al-Mulla. He was keenly interested in heritage, literature, culture, and knowledge books, which led him to found the first private commercial bookshop in 1984. Founding the Educational Co-operative Bookshop Abdullah al-Mullah had a small shop in the historical al-Qaisariyyah Market, selling perfumes, incens...
The National Guard Magazine is a military, cultural, and intellectual magazine established in 1980. It specializes in security studies and articles and is published by the Public Relations Department of the Ministry of National Guard . Initially, it was issued quarterly but later transitioned into a monthly magazine. History of the National Guard Magazine The first issue was published in July 1980, followed by the second in October 1980. It later transitioned into a monthly magazine, though its...
Hia Magazine is a publication dedicated to keeping pace with the interests of women in the Middle East, offering updates on elegance, fashion, and lifestyle. The magazine has been published by the Saudi Research and Media Group (SRMG) since 1992. Its headquarters is in Dubai Media City, United Arab Emirates. Content of Hia Magazine Hia Magazine provides diverse content covering fashion, fitness, beauty, art, society, travel, lifestyle, and topics that interest women through various formats such...
The Islamic University Journal of Arabic Language and Literature is a peer-reviewed academic journal published three times per annum by the Islamic University of al-Madinah al-Munawwarah . It is issued to enrich the scientific movement in Arabic language and literature and to provide researchers in this field with the opportunity to publish their documented scholarly work. Vision and mission of the Islamic University Journal of Arabic Language and Literature The Islamic University Journal of Ar...
The Book Tuhfat al-Nasik bi-Ahkam al-Manasik is among the earliest Saudi publications. Written by Sulayman Bin Abdullah Bin Muhammad Bin Abdul Wahhab Al al-Sheikh, it was printed in 1925 at the Umm al-Qura Press in Makkah al-Mukarramah under the directive of King Abdulaziz Bin Abdulrahman Al Saud . The King also personally financed its distribution, marking it as the first book published at his expense. The booklet contains fifty-two pages. Components of the Book Tuhfat al-Nasik bi-Ahkam al-Man...
The Publishers Conference is organized by the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission , affiliated with the Ministry of Culture in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The conference aims to explore the local, regional, and international publishing industry with the participation of publishing sector experts from around the world. The objectives of the conference include: Develop the book and publishing ecosystem in Saudi Arabia and the Arab world to attract authors, investors, and publishin...
The Manuscripts Platform is a unified digital platform that collects and provides access to digitized manuscripts. Launched by the Libraries Commission in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, it features historical manuscripts rich in science and knowledge. The platform was announced on Arabic Manuscript Day on April 4, 2024. Contents of the Manuscripts Platform The Manuscripts Platform was launched through collaboration between the Saudi Ministry of Culture , represented by the Libraries Commission, a...
The Book of al-Wiraqah in Najd Region documents the history of al-Wiraqah (papermaking and manuscript copying) profession in Najd, located in the center of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia , from the fifteenth to the twentieth century. It was authored by al-Waleed Bin Abdulrahman Al Faryan and published by King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives (Darah) in 2012. Publication of al-Wiraqah in Najd Region The book of al-Wiraqah in Najd Region consists of 237 pages, divided into three ch...
Public Libraries in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are free cultural institutions that serve various segments of Saudi society with their resources and information. They house information materials encompassing all levels of culture. Development of public libraries in Saudi Arabia The establishment of public libraries in the Kingdom traces back to individual and community initiatives. One public library, Sheikh Abdulrahman al-Saadi Library, a public library in Unayzah City , was established in 194...