Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies gets new building
Manama : His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown of Prince, Deputy Supreme Commander and First Deputy Prime Minister, attended the inaugural ceremony of the Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies’ new building on Marston Road, yesterday.
The ceremony was led by the Prince of Wales, who has been the Patron of the Centre since its establishment in 1985. Other senior officials also attended the ceremony.
Speaking on the occasion, HRH Crown Prince highlighted Bahrain’s long-standing commitment to building bridges with other cultures and civilizations. The Crown Prince also highlighted His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa’s role in promoting the principles of multiculturalism, which have become a key characteristic of Bahrain’s national identity.
Prince Salman noted the historic exchange of educational and cultural achievements between the Islamic world and other civilizations, remarking that this new landmark underscores the UK’s role in promoting a greater understanding of the Islamic world and its significant achievements.
While touring the new building, HRH Crown Prince acknowledged the traditional skills that have been used in the construction of the building, including brick vaulting and arches. The Crown Prince also noted that the style of buildings in Oxford share many similarities with Islamic architecture. After the inaugural ceremony, HRH Crown Prince attended a lunch banquet, which the Prince of Wales hosted in honour of the guests attending the ceremony.
The Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies, of which The Prince of Wales is Patron, was established in 1985 to encourage the study of Islam and the Islamic world.
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