The Tawfiqiya Gift in the History of the Coptic Nation

The book "The Tawfiqiya Gift in the History of the Coptic Nation" takes us on a journey through time, revealing the history of Copts in Egypt from the dawn of civilization to the modern era. Author Tawfiq Azouz explains the linguistic and historical origins of the word "Copt" and how it transformed from a general meaning for ancient Egyptians to a specific designation for Christians after the Islamic conquest of Egypt. The author explores the features of Coptic civilization, beginning with the customs, religions, and language of the ancient Egyptians and extending to the eras of Coptic kings and rulers and their struggles to maintain their rule over Egypt. The book also sheds light on the Coptic role in the modern era, discussing their holidays, schools, churches, and associations, and the integral part they represented in the fabric of Egyptian society. This encyclopedic historical work presents a comprehensive panorama of Coptic history, combining historical narrative with social analysis, serving as an essential reference for understanding the roots of this vital component of Egyptian civilization.

توفيق عزوز (1900–1970م) كاتب وأديب تونسي. كتب في مجالات الأدب والفكر والصحافة. تناول قضايا المجتمع والنهضة الوطنية. وشارك في الحركة الثقافية التونسية.