The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman Competition for Memorizing the Holy Qur’an and the Prophetic Sunnah in West Africa has successfully concluded its first edition in Mauritania. The closing ceremony, held in the Mauritanian capital, was attended by various dignitaries, including Saudi Ambassador to Mauritania Dr. Abdulaziz Al-Raqabi and Grand Mufti of Mauritania Sheikh Ahmed Ould Murabit. In a recorded speech, Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance Sheikh Abdullatif Al-Sheikh expressed gratitude to Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani for hosting the competition, which saw participation from 136 contestants representing 16 West African countries.
The competition’s role in promoting the memorization and recitation of the Qur’an and Sunnah throughout the Islamic world was underscored by Al-Raqabi. Dr. Beyte Allah Ahmed Leswed, Secretary General of the Mauritanian Ministry of Islamic Affairs and Original Education, commended Saudi Arabia’s leadership for its support of Qur’an and Sunnah memorization and its dedication to serving Islam and Muslims globally. President of the African Scholars Forum Sheikh Mohamed Al-Hafiz Al-Nahawi announced that the main hall of the Holy Qur’an House in Mauritania has been named after Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman in recognition of his contributions to the Muslim world.
Sheikh Al-Nahawi emphasized the strong relations between Saudi Arabia and Mauritania and praised the Kingdom’s leadership for organizing the competition in the country. He also expressed gratitude for the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance for its efforts in disseminating the teachings of the Qur’an and Sunnah and for overseeing the competition in West Africa. The gesture of naming the main hall in Mauritania after King Salman symbolizes the Kingdom’s leadership role in the Islamic world and its commitment to promoting the memorization of the Holy Qur’an and the Prophetic Sunnah.
The competition’s success in Mauritania highlights the importance of promoting Qur’an and Sunnah memorization among the youth and strengthening their connection to the Islamic teachings. By bringing together contestants from 16 West African countries, the competition serves as a platform for cultural exchange and mutual understanding among participants. The recognition of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman’s efforts in the service of the Muslim world further strengthens the ties between Saudi Arabia and Mauritania and showcases the Kingdom’s dedication to supporting Islamic education and propagation.
In his speech, Sheikh Abdullatif Al-Sheikh acknowledged the significance of hosting the competition in Mauritania and appreciated the country’s commitment to promoting Islamic values and traditions. The naming of the main hall in the Holy Qur’an House after King Salman reflects the deep appreciation for the Kingdom’s contributions to the Islamic world and emphasizes the shared values and aspirations of Saudi Arabia and Mauritania. The competition not only fosters the memorization and recitation of the Qur’an and Sunnah but also fosters unity and solidarity among Muslims in West Africa and beyond.
The impact of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman Competition for Memorizing the Holy Qur’an and the Prophetic Sunnah in West Africa extends beyond the competition itself. It serves as a catalyst for educational and cultural exchange, as well as a platform for promoting understanding and cooperation among Muslim communities in the region. The naming of the main hall in Mauritania after King Salman is a testament to the enduring bonds between Saudi Arabia and Mauritania and a tribute to the Kingdom’s leadership in advancing Islamic education and propagation globally.
