In the Genizah we can see evidence of close relations between the different faiths of Egypt. Some Jews were clearly interested in learning about Islamic theology. This fragment contains Suras 1 and 2 from the Qur’an, followed by omens for undertaking a journey. The text of the Qur’an has been transliterated into Hebrew script, suggesting that it can only have belonged to a Jew.

Judaeo-Arabic, paper, Egypt, 11th century

T-S Ar.51.62