Urdu: A Language Rich in History, Culture, and Elegance -
presented by Najma Janjua, Ph.D., Professor and Head, Department of Languages, Faculty of Medicine, Kawasaki Medical School, Kurashiki, Okayama
Urdu, known for its charm and elegance, and deep cultural and historical roots, is spoken by more than 500 million people worldwide. This presentation will provide a brief introduction to the history of Urdu, its culture, and the beauty of its Nastaliq script, which is written from right to left. Attendees will gain a basic understanding of the Urdu alphabet, and how letters are joined to form words. The presentation will also highlight the melodic sounds of Urdu poetry and prose and their significance in South Asian literature and culture. For those participants interested in learning the language, recommendations for resources will be provided to help them speak, read, and write Urdu at their desired level and pace.
