Arabian Epigraphic Notes

An Open Access Online Journal on Arabian Epigraphy.

An Islamic inscription from the Al-Mafraq Antiquities Office and Museum

Abstract

The core goal of this paper is to bring to light and study the significance of a recently discovered Islamic inscription, found in the northeastern desert region of Jordan. This inscription has subsequently been placed in the care of the Al-Mafraq Antiquities Office and Museum for its own safety and in order to protect its historic authenticity. The inscription itself has proved to be incredibly valuable as it provides further information on the climatic and environmental conditions during the 14th century AD.


Keywords

Graffiti Middle Arabic Jordan Weather Islamic Arabic inscription