Preliminary Rounds Underway in 28th Sharjah Holy Quran and Sunnah Award
Organised by the Sharjah Foundation for the Holy Quran and Sunnah, this year’s competition features 1,314 participants, including 675 men and 639 women from different age groups, Sharjah24 reported on Monday.
Contestants are being evaluated at the Foundation’s headquarters through electronic registration and scheduled assessments during the two-week event.
The award covers multiple sections, including Quran memorization, recitation, imams and teachers, mothers who memorize the Quran, qira’at (recitation), the Al-Maher bil-Quran category, Hadith, and divisions recognizing the best Quran centers and circles in Sharjah.
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Specialized committees made up of scholars and experts are reviewing performances. They are applying strict criteria on memorization accuracy, tajweed and delivery to ensure impartial results.
Sultan Matar bin Dalmouk, Chairman of the Foundation, said the award is one of the initiatives launched to strengthen Quranic and Prophetic education among younger generations. He noted that rising participation reflects family interest in encouraging these values.
He added that organizers aimed to offer a smooth experience, highlighting “well-prepared exam halls, transparent evaluations, and an ideal environment for contestants.”
Top performers from the current phase will move on to the finals. The Foundation said the growing turnout each year confirms the award’s role in promoting Quran and Sunnah studies nationwide.
Source: Agencies
