HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman Attends Ceremony Honouring Young Qur'an Reciters
Muharraq: His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa today attended a ceremony in the Muharraq Governorate honouring young Bahrainis for their contributions during the holy month of Ramadan.
According to Bahrain News Agency, HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman praised the support of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa for initiatives that promote the learning and memorisation of the Holy Qur'an. HH Shaikh Mohammed also welcomed the continued commitment of the government, led by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, in supporting those who memorise the Holy Qur'an.
HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman expressed that the Kingdom of Bahrain attaches great importance to teaching the Holy Qur'an and encouraging its memorisation, efforts which have been done for generations.
HH Shaikh Mohammed bin Salman honoured Bahrainis aged between 15 to 20 who helped organise the Tarawih and Qiyam prayers during the holy month of Ramadan. As well as those who
have memorised the entire Holy Qur'an and shared their recitations through national radio and television.
HH Shaikh Mohammed affirmed that excellence in Quranic recitation and memorisation is a source of national pride and extended his appreciation to the event organisers.
Shura Council member, Shaikh Dr Adel Al-Maawda, also commended the ceremony, noting that His Highness' patronage reflects the ongoing royal support for Quranic pursuits and serves as inspiration for Bahraini youth.
A number of senior officials also attended the event.
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