Mozarabic manuscripts

Mozarabic manuscripts are handwritten documents created by Mozarabs—Christian communities living under Muslim rule in medieval Iberia (modern Spain and Portugal). Written primarily between the 10th and 12th centuries, these manuscripts reflect a blend of Christian and Moorish cultural influences, especially in language, script, and decorative art. They include religious texts, liturgical books, and legal documents, featuring unique calligraphy and artistic ornamentation. These manuscripts are valuable for understanding the intercultural exchange and religious diversity of medieval Spain, highlighting how different traditions coexisted and influenced one another in historical times.