A Visionary Leader’s Quest for Cultural Preservation
Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi is an erudite scholar, historian and the progenitor in the conservation as well as application of historical developmental research in the UAE. As the Ruler of Sharjah, He has been actively involved in establishing many programs to highlight history, culture and tradition of Sharjah. This Arabic-Latin Dictionary project is one of the many such activities, for which he cares about the UAE’s cultural heritage.
The Significance of the Arabic-Latin Dictionary
The source in question is called the Arabic-Latin Dictionary and it constitutes the project that is being designed to compile the dictionary of Arabic word and Latin counterparts. It is not only an important writing for the academician or the researcher, but also an important piece of cultural history that retraces and sketches UAE’s linguistic past. Therefore, through the documentation of the Arabic language, the dictionary gives the history, culture, and tradition of UAE in their true sense.
A Bridge between East and West
It is not a mere lexical work but a cultural link that can be a pathway linking between orient and occident. Thus, the ethical purpose of the work which lies in offering a manifold of Arabic terms with their Latin counterparts makes the given dictionary a tool that fosters cross-cultural communication and cooperation. This is especially so given that in today’s world there is even more emphasis on cross-cultural learning and communication.
Preserving the UAE’s Linguistic Heritage
The Arabic-Latin Dictionary creates an important source for the learning of the UAE and, thus, plays an essential role in disseminating the country’s linguistic history. Arabic is very colorful and tends to convey more information compared to English language and has a long history in the formation of UAE culture and traditions. Thus, with the recording of the language and its subtle peculiarities, the dictionary helps people of the next generations realize the value of the UAE’s linguistic identity.
A Legacy for Future Generations
Therefore, the Arabic-Latin Dictionary is a contribution to generations ahead of students, scholars, researchers, and other lovers of culture. This has made it possible for them to show every Arabic word and their Latin translations through the effort of Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi which will make the culture of UAE go on for eternity.
Impact on the UAE’s Cultural Landscape
The Arabic-Latin Dictionary has greatly helped in the enhancement of the UAE’s culture. Through raising perceptions of the different cultures from around the world and encouraging cultural interchange, it has contributed to identifying the UAE culture more. Also, as a dictionary the work has been informative to scholars and researchers and has empowered them with information on the UAE history, culture and traditions.
A Testament to Sheikh Dr. Sultan’s Vision
The Arabic-Latin Dictionary is a worthy outcome of Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi’s vision and successful efforts of the UAE in the maintenance of its historical heritage. As a scholar and historian he devoted his life to the documentation of cross-cultural relationship and interaction and the dictionary is a testimony of his work.
Conclusion
Lastly, it is necessary to state that the Arabic-Latin Dictionary is one of the ambitious and important undertakings that promote the cultural heritage in the UAE. The effort put by Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi in providing the Latin translations of Arabic words has created a one-stop guide that will help to preserve the linguistic history of UAE.
The dictionary is a landmark that has brought two different cultures together to enable them to meet half-way so that they understand each other. In this regard, the launched dictionary is a substantial evidence of Sheikh Dr. Sultan’s vision and his endeavors to maintain the UAE’s cultural heritage are invaluable.
