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Qatar University (QU) marked Arabic Language Day yesterday to highlight the treasures and history of the Arabic language. ‘Arabic Language Academies: Necessity or Luxury? was the theme of World Arabic Language Day this year to understand academia s role in safeguarding and enhancing the Arabic language. Several professors at QU marked this day by sharing their sentiments on this important day. The Arabic language is a pillar of humanity s cultural diversity and is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. World Arabic Language Day is being celebrated on February 18 every year since 2012. The date coincides with the day in 1973 when the UN General Assembly adopted Arabic as the organization s sixth official language. In the diversity of its forms, classic or dialectal, from oral expression to poetic calligraphy, the Arabic language has given rise to a fascinating aesthetic in architecture, poetry, philosophy, and songs. It provides access to
QU professors discuss rich history and role of Arabic language
19 Feb 2021 - 10:45
The Peninsula
Qatar University (QU) marked Arabic Language Day yesterday to highlight the treasures and history of the Arabic language. ‘Arabic Language Academies: Necessity or Luxury?’ was the theme of World Arabic Language Day this year to understand academia’s role in safeguarding and enhancing the Arabic language. Several professors at QU marked this day by sharing their sentiments on this important day. The Arabic language is a pillar of humanity’s cultural diversity and is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. World Arabic Language Day is being celebrated on February 18 every year since 2012. The date coincides with the day in 1973 when the UN General Assembly adopted Arabic as the organization’s sixth official language. In the diversity of its forms, classic or dialectal, from oral expression to poetic calligraphy, the Arabic language has given rise to a fascinat