Is Arabic calligraphy similar to Persian?

• Both use the Arabic script as their writing system.
• They are highly stylized and artistic, often incorporating complex designs and embellishments.
• Calligraphy is considered a high art form and is used to adorn mosques, manuscripts, and artworks.
• Language: Arabic calligraphy is used to write the Arabic language, while Persian calligraphy is used for the Persian language (Farsi), which has additional letters.
• Styles: There are different calligraphic styles unique to each culture. For example, Naskh and Thuluth are common in Arabic calligraphy, while Nasta’liq and Shekasteh are prominent in Persian calligraphy.
• Cultural Significance: The cultural contexts and historical developments of calligraphy in the Arab world and Persia have influenced the evolution of distinct styles and uses.

Renu Sundriyal 

11/1/24