Article: HOW WORDS CAME TO LIFE FOR A PEOPLE EXHIBIT TO DETAIL CREATION OF THE ARMENIAN ALPHABET.(News)

Byline: Alex Dobuzinskis Staff Writer

GLENDALE - The Armenian alphabet was created 1,600 years ago by Mesrop Mashtots, a monk, theologian and linguist who was interested in translating the Bible into his native tongue.

The alphabet strengthened Armenia's church and its kingdom and started a national literature that continues today.

The Glendale Central Library opened Saturday a month-long display on the development of the Armenian alphabet, one of several planned for this month in the Glendale area.

``What it's made me realize is the significance of the book and the significance of writing to the Armenian culture,'' said Nancy ...

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