husn-i Hat

Course objective

To teach the definition and purpose of art and the differences between art and craft, to explain the necessity of art for society and the individual, and to reveal the similarities and differences of calligraphy from other branches of art.

Learning outcomes

1. LO-1Understands the importance of art in our civilization. Gains extensive knowledge and culture about the material and spiritual importance of writing.
2. LO-2He/she becomes knowledgeable about meşk (training) methods in calligraphy and takes the first step towards becoming an artist by learning these methods.
3. LO-3Gains knowledge about meşk (training) methods in calligraphy.
4. LO-4By learning the traditional meşk method, he takes the first step towards becoming an artist.

Course content

Definition of art, its purpose and differences between art and craft. To teach the relationship between writing and humans and the reasons for the birth of writing. To give information about the origin of Arabic writing and the transition period from Arabic writing to Islamic writing. To explain the criteria of beauty in calligraphy (composition, harmony?), the conditions of calligraphy, the composition and its importance in calligraphy, and the method of meşketme in calligraphy. And to have it implemented according to these methods. To ensure that the student is familiar with the art of calligraphy both theoretically and practically by practicing Rabbiyessir practice, curriculum and ink practices. To raise students´ awareness about the teacher-student relationship in calligraphy and the relationship of calligraphy with other arts. The importance of art in our civilization The methods of training in calligraphy The relationship of calligraphy with other arts Dead Writings Not Used Today Main Writings Used Today Basic Resources About Calligraphy Important Articles About Calligraphy File Reviews

Weekly topics

Sources and materials

Lecture notes

Serin, Muhittin, Calligraphy and Famous Calligraphers, Istanbul, 1999. Writing Art in Turks, Ankara 1958. Derman, Uğur, 1997. ``Calligraphy`` Türkiye Diyanet Foundation Islamic Encyclopedia, c:16, Istanbul. Fezaili, Habibullah, 1350. Atlas-ı Hatt, Isfahan. Mustakimzade (Süleyman Sadeddin), 1928. Tuhfe-i Hattatin (Pub. İ. M. K. İnal), Istanbul Alparslan, Ali 1977. The Importance of Architectural Buildings in Terms of Writing Art? Boğaziçi University Journal P:4-5. Istanbul. Yazır, M. bedreddin, Kalem Güzeli, Ankara, 1981. Bayat, Ali Haydar, Hüsn-i Hat Bibliography, Istanbul, 2003.

Other sources

Famous Calligraphers, Istanbul, 1999. Bayat, Ali Haydar, Hüsn-i Calligraphy Bibliography, Istanbul, 2003.

Documents

Lecture notes

Assignments

Lecture notes

Exams

sketches

Assessment

• Arasınav 1 %30
• Dönem Sonu Sınavı %70

Relation to programme outcomes

1. PO-1To understand and interpret religious texts and the terms related to the field.
2. PO-2To possess analytical thinking and critical point of views regarding the developments in the field and to provide and sustain improvement.
3. PO-3To apply the necessary strategies and methodologies to teach the required religious variety for a religious education and religious service.
4. PO-4To distinguish the essential elements of religion from humane factors.
5. PO-5To comprehend the place and importance of religion in human life.
6. PO-6To possess information about religions and to improve intercultural dialogues and co-existence.
7. PO-7To learn about the Prophet Muhammad from different perspectives and comprehend his status in religion.
8. PO-8To possess the knowledge about the basics of the history of human thought, and comprehend the relationship between religion, science, and philosophy.
9. PO-9To find solutions to religious and ethical needs and problems in the frame of basics of Islam.
10. PO-10To analyse Islamic sciences in terms of the process of improvement and basic issues.
11. PO-11To perceive Islamic faith and worship principles logically and produce solutions to various issues related to the subject by using scientific methods.
12. PO-12To possess the knowledge about the history, geography, culture, thought, and civilization of Islam.
13. PO-13To realize the place of the traditional and modern religious sects and trends in society.
14. PO-14To possess the skills of reading and proper interpretation of the text of the Quran.
15. PO-15To acknowledge the national, spiritual and ethical values and to act accordingly to the unifying properties of these values.
16. PO-16To be aware of the structural and cultural properties of the society.

ECTS workload