The Holy Mosque in Makkah is hosting 334 candidates from 133 countries for the finals of the 46th King Abdulaziz International Competition for the Memorization, Recitation, and Interpretation of the Holy Quran.
According to SPA, the event was inaugurated by the Minister of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance, Sheikh Dr. Abdullatif Al Alsheikh. The competition is organized by the ministry under the patronage of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.
The current edition includes 202 male and 132 female candidates, marking the first time a category dedicated to women has been introduced. The Minister stated via videoconference that the leadership of the Kingdom, including King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, supports the competition and those who memorize the Holy Quran.
Over the last eight years, the ministry has increased the number of winners from 12 to 50, with total prizes reaching 10,260,000 riyals. Final tests across five categories are held at the Holy Mosque for men and the Hilton Convention hotel for women, attended by imams, preachers, and delegation heads.
Who is participating in the 46th King Abdulaziz International Holy Quran Competition? The competition features 334 candidates representing 133 different countries. This group consists of 202 male candidates and 132 female candidates, with the current edition introducing a dedicated category for women for the first time.
Where are the final tests of the competition being held? The final tests for the five categories are conducted in two locations. Male candidates are heard within the precinct of the Holy Mosque in Makkah, while female candidates participate at the Hilton Convention hotel.
What are the prize details and winner statistics for the competition? The ministry has expanded the competition over the last eight years, increasing the number of winners from 12 to 50. The total value of the prizes awarded for the event reaches 10,260,000 riyals.