The students of Yerevan State Medical University, one of the most prestigious and progressive universities in Armenia, donated to the Mesrop Mashtots Matenadaran a manuscript titled “Beneficial Medicine,” created by the 15th-century naturalist, physician, chronicler, and lexicographer Amirdovlat Amasiatsi. This manuscript was copied 300 years ago.
Ara Khzmalyan, the director of Matenadaran, expressed his and the entire staff’s deep gratitude for this important initiative. He emphasized that this act means much more than simply adding another item to the Matenadaran’s collection; it represents a matter of moral and value orientation. With this donation, the future doctors contributed to Matenadaran’s legacy and affirmed their connection.
With this donation, more than just a manuscript was acquired. Several hundred students, who will play a vital role in the health and quality of life of citizens in Armenia, visited Matenadaran, explored the exhibition halls, and engaged in the enrichment of the collections. In doing so, they recognized the importance of our national treasury. This act is a significant milestone.
Matenadaran is not merely a museum or a repository of memory; it is an institution of humility and respect, a living organism that fosters a creative relationship with the past. Throughout history, it has been a proud member of the global community and symbolizes everyday life in Armenia, away from noise and darkness.
Matenadaran was established through the inspiration of our ancestors, their progressive thinking, commitment to self-education, and direct engagement with the world. This achievement should serve as a message and motivation for inspiration, intellectual growth, and the responsibility of being a global citizen.
