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Kyrgyzstan's Scholar Takes First Place in International Theology Competition

From 24.kg · () Russian

Translated from Russian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Shakhimardan Orunbekov, a representative from Kyrgyzstan, won first place in an international competition for theological scholars in Tashkent.
  • The competition, titled "Tolerance of the Great Scholar Imam Maturidi, His Contribution to Science and Culture," was part of the I International Forum of Islamic Civilization.
  • Orunbekov expressed his happiness at being able to bring honor to his country through his academic work.

A scholar from Kyrgyzstan has achieved international recognition, securing first place at a scientific competition for theologians held in Tashkent. Shakhimardan Orunbekov, a faculty member at the Kyrgyz-Turkish University "Manas," was awarded the top prize for his work in the field of theology.

The competition, themed "Tolerance of the Great Scholar Imam Maturidi, His Contribution to Science and Culture," was organized as part of the I International Forum of Islamic Civilization. The event attracted theologians and scholars from numerous countries, highlighting a global interest in Islamic scholarship and cultural heritage.

Orunbekov, who holds a PhD, shared his satisfaction with the achievement, stating, "I am glad that I was able to, even if to a small extent, bring honor to the country's flag through scientific activity." His success underscores the intellectual contributions emerging from Kyrgyzstan on the international stage.

I am glad that I was able to, even if to a small extent, bring honor to the country's flag through scientific activity.

— Shakhimardan OrunbekovFollowing his win at the international theological competition.
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Originally published by 24.kg in Russian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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