Two new centers added for Sultan Qaboos Holy Quran Competition

Oman's commitment to fostering religious scholarship and preserving the sanctity of the Holy Quran is evident in the expansion of the Sultan Qaboos Holy Quran Competition. The Sultan Qaboos Higher Centre for Culture and Science has announced the addition of two new centers for the preliminary qualifiers of its 34th edition, demonstrating a dedication to making the competition more accessible across the Sultanate.

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This year, two new centers have been added for the competition's preliminary qualifiers in the wilayats of Al Jabal Al Akhdar and Dima Wa Al Ta'yeen, bringing the total number of centers to 28, distributed across all governorates of the Sultanate of Oman.

The inclusion of centers in Al Jabal Al Akhdar and Dima Wa Al Ta'yeen signifies a thoughtful approach to geographical reach, ensuring that participants from diverse regions have the opportunity to compete. With these additions, the total number of qualifying centers now stands at 28, spread throughout all governorates of Oman. This expansion reflects a national effort to encourage wider participation and engagement with the Quranic studies.

As Yousef Mohammed Al Balushi, Deputy Head of the Preliminary and Final Qualifying Committees, noted, registration is open until July 7, with the preliminary rounds commencing on August 3. This provides a clear timeline for aspiring participants to prepare and register. The competition, named after the late Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said, holds significant cultural and religious importance in Oman, promoting Islamic values and the study of the Quran.

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Registration for the competition will remain open until 7 July.

This initiative is a testament to Oman's enduring cultural heritage and its focus on religious education. While international attention might be drawn to economic or diplomatic news, such cultural events highlight the nation's deep-seated values and its continuous efforts to nurture spiritual and intellectual growth among its citizens. The expansion of the competition underscores a national pride in religious tradition and a commitment to its continuity.

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He noted that the preliminary qualifiers will begin on 3 August.