Qatar’s Awqaf Ministry Launches 3rd ‘Asaneed’ Quranic Program for Imams
The third edition of the program was launched in collaboration with the Mosques Department, with the participation of 50 imams and muezzins to implement the enhanced recitations of the Holy Quran according to the narration of Ḥafs 'an 'Asim, with an uninterrupted chain of transmission back to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
The move is part of Awqaf's efforts to promote the recitation of the Holy Quran and the quality and precision of recitation in accordance with the established rules recognized by the scholars of Quranic performance.
The program literally intends to help the participants stick with the kinds of precision readings based on this chain of transmission, which will ultimately cement their recitation performance.
The third program specifically focuses on achieving an array of objectives, primarily to help imams and muezzins pursue the enhanced and correct rules that will positively be reflected in their mission and performance in mosques.
On Nov. 24, 2025, the Department of Da'wah opened registration for this program, which spanned one week and received roughly 600 imams and muezzins from various parts of the country, who underwent testing at Hamad bin Nasser Al Misned Mosque in the Hazm Al Markhiya area from Dec. 7 to 11, 2025. Applicants were evaluated based on accredited scientific standards that included the integrity of recitation and memorization.
The testing results showed that the best 50 imams were shortlisted to participate in the six-month program, which is set to conclude on June 11, 2026.
The department ensured the selection of 10 erudite individuals from among those of recognized competence and specialization to lead the recitation, all of whom are certified in the Quranic readings.
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They were distributed according to the geographical regions statewide, contributing to the smooth regular attendance of participants in the recitation circles and shoring up execution efficiency.
The continuation of this edition underscores the program's success in achieving its objectives, effectuating the ministry's efforts in investing in human talent and promoting mosques, in the quest for ensuring the ubiquitous recitation of the Holy Quran in the lives of community members based on the highest scientific and pedagogical standards.
Source: QNA
