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Welcome to Ruqaa Calligraphy Special Edition! 

This book is your perfect guide to learning the basics of Arabic calligraphy. It covers this ancient art through simple 

and easy-to-understand explanations, with many examples and practical exercises.

This book has been carefully designed to meet the needs of students of all levels. 

It includes the following:

1- An introduction to Arabic calligraphy, its history, and its types.

2- Explanation of the basics of Arabic calligraphy, such as writing single letters and diacritics.

3- Practical exercises on writing letters, words, and sentences.

4- Tips and guidance for improving Arabic calligraphy.

5- We believe that this book will help you reach an advanced level of excellence in this beautiful art.

Welcome to the Wonderful World of Arabic Calligraphy!

Welcome to this comprehensive introductory course on Arabic calligraphy! 

This academic journey will equip you with the knowledge and skills to explore 

the six foundational scripts: Thuluth, Naskh, Diwani, Ruq'a, Nastaliq, and Kufi.

What will you learn?

This course will equip you with the fundamental knowledge 

and skills to embark on your Arabic calligraphy adventure.

Welcome to your journey into the art of Thuluth calligraphy.

Thuluth is one of the most elegant and respected Arabic scripts, known for its smooth curves, balanced proportions, and strong visual presence. This course introduces you to its foundations through clear, practical lessons based on traditional calligraphy principles.

You will learn how to hold and use the qalam correctly, control pen angles (around 75°), understand basic strokes, and recognize how letters are constructed step by step. The course begins with stroke practice—straight lines and curves—before moving to writing full letters.

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Identify the main characteristics of Thuluth calligraphy
• Use the calligraphy pen with proper grip and angle
• Understand how letters are formed from individual strokes
• Write basic Arabic letters with accuracy and balance

We wish you an enjoyable and rewarding learning experience as you begin mastering this beautiful art.