Master Abaei Was A Global Quranic Figure: Cleric

IQNA – An Iranian cleric described Abdolrasoul Abaei, one of the county’s most respected Quranic figures, as an international Quranic personality.

Master Abaei passed away on April 9, 2025, at the age of 80, following a lifetime dedicated to the service and promotion of the Quran.

Speaking to IQNA, Hojat-ol-Islam Hadi Qobadi, who used to serve as a Quranic manager in the 2000s, said the late Master Abaei was a prominent and well-known figure among the Quranic community.

“Since I took charge of the Quran department of the Awqaf and Charity Affairs Organization in 2000, I found the opportunity to get acquainted with the master. I hardly know a person who is interested in the Quranic sciences and skills in the country and does not know this late master.”

He noted that Abaei was an international Quranic figure. “He had first and foremost a trusting relationship in various directions, especially in Quranic affairs with Iraq and the holy sites in the Arab country. Furthermore, due to his academic standing and strong presence at the head of the juries of international Quran competitions in Iran and several other countries, he became a more renowned global figure in the field of the Quran.”

Hojat-ol-Islam Qobadi emphasized that all countries involved in Quran competitions are familiar with Master Abaei and recognize him as a distinguished teacher.

He added that another important aspect was his moral character and good conduct.

“Everyone who has had close contact with Masterr Abaei acknowledges this quality. His excellent manners and Quranic behavior stem from his deep connection to the Quranic school and his growth within the teachings of the Quran.”

He also highlighted Master Abaei’s profound scholarly expertise.

“He had an exceptional command over various Quranic fields, from translation, concepts, and interpretation to specialized matters of Quranic recitation. This late master was a well-rounded figure with mastery over different modes of recitation.”

He cited the fourth characteristic of Professor Abaei as his mastery of the Arabic language and added, “The master’s command of Arabic facilitated his communication as the head of the judging panel with foreign and international judges. During the time Master Abaei served as head of the judging panel, things were much easier in this regard.”

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