In this episode, we visit the exhibition Letters of Light with our host Marine Botton accompanied by Laurent Héricher – curator of the show and chief curator at the French National Library – and Mariam Al Dhaheri – assistant curator at Louvre Abu Dhabi.

As we walk through the five different sections of the exhibition, we will take a close look at some of the oldest and most important manuscripts from the three monotheistic religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Join us as we dive into the birth of the three monotheisms and the origins of the sacred writings from the Hebrew Bible, the Christian Bible and the Holy Quran.  

The exhibition Letters of Light is on show at Louvre Abu Dhabi from the 13th September 2023 to 14th January 2024. 

On Show is a podcast produced by the Louvre Abu Dhabi.

A special thanks to our guests Laurent Héricher and Mariam Al Dhaheri for their participation, and the team of France Muséums for their support. 

This podcast episode is also available in Arabic and French on the Louvre Abu Dhabi mobile app and our website: louvreabudhabi.ae

Executive production: Amine Kharchach, Marine Botton.
Preparation, scripting and episode host: Marine Botton.
Recording: Amine Kharchach and Richard Hagan.
Post-production, music and mix: Making Waves.
Show Cover: Maysa Sultan.

In this episode, we visit the exhibition Letters of Light with our host Marine Botton accompanied by Laurent Héricher – curator of the show and chief curator at the French National Library – and Mariam Al Dhaheri – assistant curator at Louvre Abu Dhabi.
As we walk through the five different sections of the exhibition, we will take a close look at some of the oldest and most important manuscripts from the three monotheistic religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Join us as we dive into the birth of the three monotheisms and the origins of the sacred writings from the Hebrew Bible, the Christian Bible and the Holy Quran.  
The exhibition Letters of Light is on show at Louvre Abu Dhabi from the 13th September 2023 to 14th January 2024. 
On Show is a podcast produced by the Louvre Abu Dhabi.
A special thanks to our guests Laurent Héricher and Mariam Al Dhaheri for their participation, and the team of France Muséums for their support. 
This podcast episode is also available in Arabic and French on the Louvre Abu Dhabi mobile app and our website: <a href="https://www.louvreabudhabi.ae/en/Whats-Online/on-show-podcast">louvreabudhabi.ae</a>
Executive production: Amine Kharchach, Marine Botton. Preparation, scripting and episode host: Marine Botton. Recording: Amine Kharchach and Richard Hagan. Post-production, music and mix: Making Waves. Show Cover: Maysa Sultan.

Join the experts on an audio tour of the captivating galleries and exhibitions of the Louvre Abu Dhabi museum.

From ancient artifacts to contemporary masterpieces, discover the stories behind each work of art and gain insights into art history, culture, and human creativity at the pace of a conversational walkthrough.

Whether you are a seasoned art lover or a curious beginner, On Show at Louvre Abu Dhabi offers an engaging and enriching experience for all so, put on your headphones, select an episode and enjoy the tour.

Available in English, Arabic and French.

Join the experts on an audio tour of the captivating galleries and exhibitions of the Louvre Abu Dhabi museum.
From ancient artifacts to contemporary masterpieces, discover the stories behind each work of art and gain insights into art history, culture, and human creativity at the pace of a conversational walkthrough.
Whether you are a seasoned art lover or a curious beginner, On Show at Louvre Abu Dhabi offers an engaging and enriching experience for all so, put on your headphones, select an episode and enjoy the tour.
Available in English, Arabic and French.

Join the experts on an audio tour of the captivating galleries and exhibitions of the Louvre Abu Dhabi museum.

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