Makkah is hosting a documentary exhibition alongside the 46th edition of the King Abdulaziz International Competition for the Memorization, Recitation, and Interpretation of the Holy Quran.
According to SPA, the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance organized the event to trace the competition’s journey from its creation through its evolution to the current edition. The exhibition features photographs and historical citations from King Abdulaziz, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and the Crown Prince.
The current edition includes a new section reserved for women and features 334 candidates from 133 countries. Total prizes for this edition have reached 10,260,000 Saudi riyals, with 50 winners in total, consisting of five winners for each of the five categories.
The exhibition serves as a documentary showcase of the competition’s organizational and technological advancements over several decades.
What does the documentary exhibition in Makkah showcase? The exhibition, organized by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance, traces the journey of the King Abdulaziz International Competition for the Memorization, Recitation, and Interpretation of the Holy Quran. It displays the competition’s evolution from its creation to the 46th edition, featuring historical citations and photographs of King Abdulaziz, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and the Crown Prince to illustrate leadership support for the Quran.
What are the participation details for the 46th edition of the competition? The current edition of the competition has expanded its international participation to include 334 candidates and candidates representing 133 different countries. A notable organizational change in this edition is the creation of a specific section reserved for women, alongside continuous technological and organizational advancements.
What is the total prize value and distribution for the current competition? The total value of the prizes for this edition has reached 10,260,000 Saudi riyals. There are 50 winners in total, with the prizes distributed as five winners for each of the five categories of the competition.