Governor of Jeddah Honors 2,879 Quran Memorizers at "Khairkom" Society Ceremony
Translated from Arabic, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- The Governor of Jeddah honored 2,879 individuals who had memorized the entire Quran at the "Khairkom" Society's annual ceremony.
- The "Khairkom" Society, dedicated to teaching and memorizing the Quran, has served over 2.7 million beneficiaries in 139 countries.
- The event, held under the patronage of the Deputy Emir of the Mecca Region, highlighted the society's five-decade legacy and its students' achievements in Quranic competitions.
In a deeply spiritual and significant event, the Governor of Jeddah, Prince Saud bin Abdullah bin Jalawi, honored a remarkable 2,879 individuals – both male and female memorizers of the Holy Quran. This prestigious ceremony, organized by the "Khairkom" Society for the Teaching and Memorization of the Quran in the Mecca region, underscores the profound importance placed on religious education and the preservation of the Quranic text within Saudi society.
The "Khairkom" Society, with a legacy spanning over five decades, has made an indelible mark on the community. Its reach extends far beyond the Kingdom, having benefited approximately 2.7 million people across 139 countries. The society's commitment to its cause is further evidenced by its students consistently securing top positions in prestigious competitions, such as the King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Award for Memorization, Recitation, and Interpretation of the Quran.
This annual gathering, held under the esteemed patronage of the Deputy Emir of the Mecca Region, Prince Saud bin Mishal bin Abdulaziz, serves as a powerful testament to the leadership's dedication to fostering religious scholarship. The event celebrated not only the dedication of the memorizers but also the vital role of organizations like "Khairkom" in nurturing faith and knowledge. The presence of prominent figures and patrons highlighted the collective commitment to upholding the Quran as a guiding principle for the nation.
Our students annually achieve first place in the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Award for memorization, recitation, and interpretation of the Holy Quran for boys and girls at the Kingdom level.
DistantNews Editorial
Originally published by Okaz in Arabic. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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