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The Katta Langar Quran: Bukhara's Blood-Stained Holy Relic
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the legend and history of the Katta Langar Quran, the giant manuscript kept in Bukhara's Kokand Museum. They discuss its possible origins under the third caliph Uthman, its journey to Samarkand after the Russian conquest, and Soviet-era repatriation to Tashkent. The episode separates historical evidence from hagiography, considers the manuscript's role in Islam's political schisms, and reflects on how sacred objects embody collective memory. Along the way, they touch on the Samanid dynasty, Amir Timur's alleged ownership, and the…
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