Ibri:The A'Dhahirah Governorate Holy Quran Memorization Competition for the year 1448 AH / 2026 AD was launched today in the Wilayat of Ibri. The event was officiated by Dr. Mohammed Said Al Maamari, Minister of Endowments and Religious Affairs, with the presence of Tahir Mabkhout Al Junaibi, Governor of A'Dhahirah.

According to Oman News Agency, the competition is a joint effort between the Office of the Governor of A'Dhahirah and the Department of Endowments and Religious Affairs in the governorate. Its aim is to foster interest in the Holy Quran, encourage community members to memorize it, and master its recitation and intonation (Tajweed). The initiative also seeks to enhance faith values and solidify Islamic identity among the youth.

The competition is designed to care for the Holy Quran and Quranic schools and to highlight the efforts of waqf Quranic schools. It prepares participants for local and international Quranic competitions, fostering a spirit of competition in memorizing and mastering the Holy Quran.

The competition is structured into seven levels, including memorizing the entire Holy Quran with mastery and Tajweed, and various segments ranging from 25 parts to three parts, depending on the age group. Participants born in 2011 and above are eligible for the five-part category, while those born in 2016 and above can compete in the three-part category, all adhering to the rules of Tajweed.

Monetary prizes have been allocated for the top five winners in each level to encourage participants to continue their efforts in memorizing the Holy Quran and mastering its recitation.

This inaugural edition of the A'Dhahirah Governorate Holy Quran Memorization Competition aims to enhance interest in Quranic memorization and Tajweed, contributing to the development of a conscious generation proud of its identity and Islamic values.