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Qatar Tribune
15 hours ago
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Awqaf ministry honours 603 outstanding Quran students
QNA Doha The Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs (Awqaf), represented by the Department of Da'wah and Religious Guidance, held the annual ceremony of the Holy Quran and its Sciences Section to honour an elite group of outstanding and graduating students from Quran learning centres for the years 2023 and 2024. The event took place at the Imam Muhammad Bin Abdul Wahhab Mosque under the patronage of Minister of Endowments and Islamic Affairs HE Ghanem bin Shaheen Al Ghanim and in the presence of Undersecretary of the Ministry HE Dr. Sheikh Khalid bin Mohammed bin Ghanem Al Thani. During the ceremony, 603 students from various educational levels, from introductory stages to full memorisation of the Holy Quran, were honoured, in addition to 15 outstanding heads of Quran centres and 100 distinguished teachers, in recognition of their dedicated efforts in serving the Book of Allah and advancing Quranic education. The ceremony featured Quran recitations by students of varying levels, followed by a speech from Director of the Department of Da'wah Jassim bin Abdullah Al Ali, who emphasised that the event reflects the ministry's commitment to honouring Quran memorisers and enhancing the role of Quran centers as educational and moral institutions that contribute to nurturing a well-rounded generation conscious of its Islamic identity. He cited the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), who said: 'The best among you are those who learn the Quran and teach it.' Al Ali highlighted the major achievements of the Quran and its Sciences Section over the past two years, including the graduation of 181 students who memorised the entire Quran, the progression of 422 Qatari students to higher levels of memorization, and the enrollment of 92 distinguished Qatari students into the Al-Noor Educational Quranic Center. He also noted the organisation of various educational and recreational programs to motivate students attending the centres. A visual presentation during the ceremony showcased statistics on the development of Quran centres. The number of centers increased from 132 in 2023 to 148 in 2024, including 116 funded by the ministry and 32 funded by private donors. Additionally, 28 Quranic study circles were held in mosques, supervised by 1,016 qualified mosque imams and muezzins. The presentation revealed that the number of students enrolled in the Quran centers reached approximately 18,994 in 2024, including 2,249 Qatari students. The number of students who completed memorisation of the entire Quran rose from 58 in 2023 to 123 in 2024. The Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs (Awqaf) reaffirmed its continued efforts to provide a stimulating learning environment in Quran education centers and to equip them with the latest teaching tools, contributing to the memorisation of the Holy Quran and the dissemination of its noble values, in line with Qatar's vision to promote the values of tolerant Islam.
Qatar Tribune
15 hours ago
- General
- Qatar Tribune
Awqaf honours 603 outstanding Quran students
QNA Doha The Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs (Awqaf), represented by the Department of Da'wah and Religious Guidance, held the annual ceremony of the Holy Quran and its Sciences Section to honour an elite group of outstanding and graduating students from Quran learning centers for the years 2023 and 2024. The event took place at the Imam Muhammad bin Abdul Wahhab Mosque under the patronage of HE Minister of Endowments and Islamic Affairs Ghanem bin Shaheen Al Ghanim, and in the presence of HE Undersecretary of the Ministry Dr. Sheikh Khalid bin Mohammed bin Ghanem Al-Thani. During the ceremony, 603 students from various educational levels, from introductory stages to full memorization of the Holy Quran, were honored, in addition to 15 outstanding heads of Quran centers and 100 distinguished teachers, in recognition of their dedicated efforts in serving the Book of Allah and advancing Quranic education. The ceremony featured Quran recitations by students of varying levels, followed by a speech from Director of the Department of Da'wah Jassim bin Abdullah Al Ali, who emphasized that the event reflects the ministry's commitment to honoring Quran memorizers and enhancing the role of Quran centers as educational and moral institutions that contribute to nurturing a well-rounded generation conscious of its Islamic identity. page 2
Qatar Tribune
a day ago
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- Qatar Tribune
Awqaf honours 603 outstanding Quran learning students
DOHA: The Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs (Awqaf), represented by the Department of Da'wah and Religious Guidance, held the annual ceremony of the Holy Quran and its Sciences Section to honour an elite group of outstanding and graduating students from Quran learning centers for the years 2023 and 2024. The event took place at the Imam Muhammad bin Abdul Wahhab Mosque under the patronage of Minister of Endowments and Islamic Affairs HE Ghanem bin Shaheen Al Ghanim, and in the presence of Undersecretary of the Ministry HE Dr Sheikh Khalid bin Mohammed bin Ghanem Al Thani. During the ceremony, 603 students from various educational levels, from introductory stages to full memorization of the Holy Quran, were honored, in addition to 15 outstanding heads of Quran centers and 100 distinguished teachers, in recognition of their dedicated efforts in serving the Book of Allah and advancing Quranic education. The ceremony featured Quran recitations by students of varying levels, followed by a speech from Director of the Department of Da'wah Jassim bin Abdullah Al Ali, who emphasized that the event reflects the Ministry's commitment to honoring Quran memorizers and enhancing the role of Quran centers as educational and moral institutions that contribute to nurturing a well-rounded generation conscious of its Islamic identity. He cited the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), who said: "The best among you are those who learn the Quran and teach it." Al Ali highlighted the major achievements of the Quran and its Sciences Section over the past two years, including the graduation of 181 students who memorized the entire Quran, the progression of 422 Qatari students to higher levels of memorization, and the enrollment of 92 distinguished Qatari students into the Al-Noor Educational Quranic Center. He also noted the organization of various educational and recreational programs to motivate students attending the centers. A visual presentation during the ceremony showcased statistics on the development of Quran centers. The number of centers increased from 132 in 2023 to 148 in 2024, including 116 funded by the Ministry and 32 funded by private donors. Additionally, 28 Quranic study circles were held in mosques, supervised by 1,016 qualified mosque imams and muezzins. The presentation revealed that the number of students enrolled in the Quran centers reached approximately 18,994 in 2024, including 2,249 Qatari students. The number of students who completed memorization of the entire Quran rose from 58 in 2023 to 123 in 2024. The Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs (Awqaf) reaffirmed its continued efforts to provide a stimulating learning environment in Quran education centers and to equip them with the latest teaching tools, contributing to the memorization of the Holy Quran and the dissemination of its noble values, in line with Qatar's vision to promote the values of tolerant Islam.
Qatar Living
09-06-2025
- Qatar Living
Pilgrims from Qatar thank wise leadership, Hajj mission for safe pilgrimage
Qatar's pilgrims have successfully performed Hajj rituals for the current year 1446 AH, under the close supervision and monitoring of the Qatari Hajj Mission and in coordination with the approved Hajj campaigns. In a statement, Qatar's Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs said the best conditions were provided for the Hajj pilgrimage to be performed with comfort and peace of mind, thanks to the capabilities provided by the state and the directives of the wise leadership. Pilgrims and Hajj campaign owners hailed the distinguished services provided by the Qatari mission, including good preparation, excellent organization, and high-quality equipment, particularly in the holy sites, at the Arafat Camp, its facilities and services, as well as Mina and Muzdalifah, witnessed significant developments. The positive feedback from pilgrims and Hajj pilgrims was the outcome of the constructive cooperation and ongoing coordination between officials of the Hajj and Umrah Department at the Awqaf Ministry, the Qatari Hajj Mission, and Hajj pilgrims. This has resulted in the provision of the highest quality services to the country's pilgrims, helping them perform their rituals with ease and in the correct manner. In this context, a number of pilgrims and campaign representatives expressed their deep gratitude and sincere thanks to the wise leadership for the comprehensive support and continuous care provided to the country's pilgrims. This was reflected in the high-quality services and meticulous organization since the pilgrims' departure from Hamad International Airport until the completion of the Hajj rituals and their return home. Pilgrims praised the pioneering role of the Qatari Hajj Mission, headed by Minister of Endowments and Islamic Affairs HE Ghanem bin Shaheen Al Ghanim. The mission led this year's Hajj operations with high efficiency and a team spirit, with clear directives to harness all energies to serve pilgrims, in cooperation with the advisory committee and all supporting service and technical units, as well as the intensive fieldwork of the seventeen approved campaigns. They affirmed the provision of all required facilities, reflecting the meticulous planning and dedicated efforts of the Awqaf Ministry, the Qatari Hajj Mission, and its supporting units, in cooperation and coordination with the relevant authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. --- Make sure to check out our social media to keep track of the latest content. Instagram - @qatarliving X - @qatarliving Facebook - Qatar Living YouTube - qatarlivingofficial
Qatar Tribune
08-06-2025
- Qatar Tribune
Qatar's pilgrims successfully perform Hajj rituals
MAKKAH AL MUKARRAMAH: Qatar's pilgrims have successfully performed the Hajj rituals for the current year 1446 AH, under the close supervision and monitoring of the Qatari Hajj Mission and in coordination with the approved Hajj campaigns. In a statement, the Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs said that best conditions were provided for the Hajj pilgrimage to be performed with comfort and peace of mind, thanks to the capabilities provided by the state and the directives of the wise leadership. The ministry added that the pilgrims and Hajj campaign owners hailed the distinguished services provided by the Qatari mission, including good preparation, excellent organization, and high-quality equipment, particularly in the holy sites, as the Arafat Camp, its facilities and services, as well as Mina and Muzdalifah, witnessed significant developments. It pointed out that these positive feedback from pilgrims and Hajj pilgrims is the fruitful outcome of the constructive cooperation and ongoing coordination between officials of the Hajj and Umrah Department at the Awqaf Ministry, the Qatari Hajj Mission, and Hajj pilgrims. This has resulted in the provision of the highest quality services to the country's pilgrims, helping them perform their rituals with ease and in the correct manner. In this context, a number of pilgrims and campaign representatives expressed their deep gratitude and sincere thanks to the wise leadership for the comprehensive support and continuous care provided to the country's pilgrims. This was reflected in the high-quality services and meticulous organization since the pilgrims' departure from Hamad International Airport until the completion of the Hajj rituals and their return home. Pilgrims praised the pioneering role of the Qatari Hajj Mission, headed by Minister of Endowments and Islamic Affairs HE Ghanem bin Shaheen Al Ghanim. The mission led this year's Hajj operations with high efficiency and a team spirit, with clear directives to harness all energies to serve pilgrims, in cooperation with the advisory committee and all supporting service and technical units, as well as the intensive fieldwork of the seventeen approved campaigns. They affirmed the provision of all required facilities, reflecting the meticulous planning and dedicated efforts of the Awqaf Ministry, the Qatari Hajj Mission, and its supporting units, in cooperation and coordination with the relevant authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
