"In the highlands of Wonosobo, Central Java, a remarkable tradition persists: a group of dedicated calligraphers continues the painstaking work of hand-writing giant Mushafs, or manuscripts of the Quran. At the University of Science of the Al-Qur'an (UNSIQ) and Al-Asy'ariyyah Islamic Boarding School in Indonesia, these calligraphers engage in more than an artistic pursuit; it is a spiritual mission aimed at reviving a cherished legacy. Footage captured on Monday features master calligrapher Hayatudin, who has spent decades creating giant, hand-written Mushafs, meticulously focusing on his craft as he writes on a large sheet of paper spread across his desk. "I was able to write this Mushaf beautifully and effectively by teaching myself; initially, I had no teacher. Later, I studied under a master in the Kudus area who specialised in exquisite Mushaf calligraphy," said Hayatudin. "I began my calligraphy journey in 1989, applying it to the beautiful writing of Quranic Mushafs in 1991, a path that eventually led to my current work on these giant manuscripts." This tradition was initiated by the late KH Muntaha, a renowned Indonesian Quranic scholar, who sought to replace a family heirloom destroyed during the Indonesian revolution. Over the past three decades, this monumental task has been led by Hayatudin, who is also a lecturer at UNSIQ. The process is imbued with deep reverence. Before putting pen to paper, the calligrapher observes strict spiritual etiquette. He performs ablution, prays, and often fasts while working. The tools used are distinctive: pens are hand-whittled from black bamboo, while the ink is a special blend of Chinese ink and tea, ensuring the text endures for generations. The scale of the work is monumental. Each page measures 1.5 x 2 metres and is crafted from Manila or Art paper. When fully opened, the document spans 2 x 3 metres, towering over its creator. A single giant Quran can take anywhere from one to three years to complete. These finished Mushafs are never sold; they are regarded as precious endowments, gifted to significant mosques. They now adorn the walls of prominent sites such as the Grand Mosque of Central Java, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Solo, Central Java, and the Jame' Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque in Brunei."