Catalogue of Arabic Manuscripts: Codices Arabici Arthur Christenseniani

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Focusing on Arabic manuscripts, this catalog details the Royal Library, Copenhagen's collection, specifically highlighting 94 manuscripts and 3 lithographed prints from the early 20th century. Most items originate from the 19th century, with the earliest dating back to 1504 CE. The collection predominantly features texts on Twelver Shi'i law and legal theory, alongside significant works on Arabic grammar and rhetoric, as well as various Sunni and Shi'i theological texts, showcasing the rich diversity of Islamic literature.