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Quranic competitions in Morocco and Saudi Arabia

Overview

Religious and educational initiatives involving Quranic recitation and memorization have been highlighted in different regions. In Fès, Morocco, the Mohammed VI Foundation for African Ulema concluded its seventh annual competition, which brought together participants from various African nations such as Niger, Nigeria, and Mali to showcase proficiency in recitation and Tajwid rules.

In the Makkah region of Saudi Arabia, the General Department of Education launched a ministerial competition for male and female students. This initiative, organized by the Ministry of Education, features multiple branches categorized by educational level and memorization depth to encourage students to connect with the Holy Quran and develop Quranic talents.

Entities

Ministry of Education · Fes-Meknes · Makkah · Makkah Education Department · King Mohammed VI

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Makkah Education Department launches ministerial Quran competition

    The Makkah Education Department has called on students of all levels to join a ministerial Quran competition designed to encourage memorization, improve recitation, and promote Islamic values.

  2. [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Fès hosts Quran competition and regional development oversight

    The Mohammed VI Foundation for African Ulema held its 7th annual Quran competition in Fès, while the Fès Regional Development Agency increased field monitoring of regional infrastructure projects.

Sources

ajel-news24.net · ien.sa · rmse.sa