No. 1 (2026): Syrian National Library Journal - Issue 1

Editorial:

The Beginning of the First Issue: A Platform for Thought in the Presence of a Free Syria
With all the pride and dignity that stirs within us, and in the midst of the victory that dawned upon the land of Syria after a long night of suffering, we open today the pages of the first issue of the "Journal of the Syrian National Library."

With this publication, we do not present a monotonous academic tradition, but rather announce a new birth for free thought in a homeland that has regained its pulse and restored its brilliance.

To the pioneers of thought, the researchers, and the academics, both within the homeland and in the diaspora...

To those whom the darkness of the siege only increased in enlightenment, and whose voices the soldiers of tyranny could not silence; we extend to you our highest expressions of pride, and say: Welcome to the realm of Syrian knowledge, which rises today from the ashes of dark times, defying oblivion.

This issue is not merely another addition to the record of peer-reviewed scholarly publications; rather, it is a new intellectual birth from the heart of our esteemed institution, the National Library, the faithful guardian of the nation's memory and the custodian of its civilization.

From this perspective, we envisioned this journal—as the first scholarly endeavor under the Library's auspices—as a vital bridge transforming this edifice from a silent repository of heritage into a vibrant and active entity. It aims to enrich the present with the essence of the past and nurture the seeds of academic creativity with responsibility and competence.

It is no surprise that the National Library, in the wake of its glorious liberation, has become a cradle of intellect and a haven for ideas. Therefore, it was incumbent upon us to establish a platform through which the voice of Syrian researchers resonates in international forums, elevating the status of peer-reviewed intellectual output and bridging the gap between heritage issues, library science, and contemporary intellectual pursuits. In this inaugural issue, we have strived for a broad perspective and diverse viewpoints, reflecting our three-dimensional vision:

Heritage as authenticity.

Libraries as trustworthy repositories.

Contemporary thought as pioneering force.

Within its pages, the tools of the modern age intertwine with the fragrance of our roots, creating a comprehensive intellectual landscape where the ancient is inseparable from the novel, the traditional from the innovative.

In closing this editorial, I extend my deepest gratitude to all who supported this launch and ignited its initial spark:

To the Director of the Syrian National Library, who believed in the vision and proved to be an invaluable support and guide.

To the members of the editorial board, who faithfully shouldered the responsibility, transforming the dream into a tangible reality.

To the esteemed review committee, which established the foundations of scientific integrity through a system of anonymization, safeguarding the scientific integrity of the research and the researchers.

To the journal's secretary, the dedicated unsung hero behind this endeavor.

To the technical and engineering team responsible for the journal's website. And to the esteemed researchers who enriched the paths of the new Syria with their intellect, and who were the light that illuminated our first issue.

Editor-in-Chief
Dr. Majd Abdul Majeed Qamar