Competition Results: Sheikh Dr. Abdullatif bin Abdulaziz Al Al-Sheikh approved the results of the 44th King Abdulaziz International Competition for Memorizing, Reciting, and Interpreting the Holy Quran, held from the 5th to the 17th of Safar 1446 AH at the Grand Mosque in Makkah.
Participants and Prize Fund: The competition featured 174 contestants from 123 countries and offered a total prize fund of SAR 4,000,000, emphasizing the significance and high stakes of the event.
Minister's Praise: The Minister praised the participants for their excellence and congratulated the winners, highlighting the competition's role in honoring and promoting the memorization and recitation of the Holy Quran.
Makkah, August 22, 2024
In a significant announcement today, Sheikh Dr. Abdullatif bin Abdulaziz Al Al-Sheikh, the Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dawah, and Guidance, has approved the results of the 44th annual King Abdulaziz International Competition for Memorizing, Reciting, and Interpreting the Holy Quran. This prestigious competition, held at the Grand Mosque in Makkah, took place from the 5th to the 17th of Safar 1446 AH.
The competition, which saw participation from 174 contestants representing 123 countries, is one of the most esteemed events in the Islamic world. The total prize fund for this year’s competition amounted to SAR 4,000,000, underscoring the significance of the event and the value placed on the participants' contributions to the memorization and recitation of the Holy Quran.
Sheikh Dr. Al Al-Sheikh extended his heartfelt congratulations to the winners and their companions, commending the high level of performance displayed by all participants. His praise highlights not only the individual achievements of the winners but also the collective effort and dedication of all who took part in this noble competition.
This annual event continues to reflect the Kingdom’s deep reverence for the Holy Quran and its commitment to supporting and honoring those who excel in its memorization and interpretation. Through such competitions, the Kingdom fosters a global appreciation for the Quran and its teachings, furthering its mission to promote Islamic values and scholarship worldwide.