Iran’s first Qur’anic exhibition in Thailand
The first international exhibition of Qur’anic cultural artifacts and products from the Islamic Republic of Iran opened at Thailand’s Al Meroz Hotel Bangkok on February 5 and will run until February 11. The exhibition is being held with the presence of the Deputy for Qur’an and Etrat of the Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance Alireza Moaf, IRNA reported. Following the decisions of the International Qur’an Exhibition and the recent Messages of Allah conference in Tehran with the participation of 10 countries, the first major Qur’anic exhibition in Thailand has been organized, inviting the participation of the Islamic Culture and Relations Organization (ICRO) and the Qur’an and Etrat Deputy of the Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance.
The exhibition is showcasing Qur’anic artistic works, handicrafts, printed publications, and digital software.
Aiming to facilitate the global economic and artistic presence of Qur’anic artworks and handicrafts, the exhibition features 24 Qur’anic paintings by Iranian artists and over 20 Qur’anic-themed handicrafts. The event also highlights the introduction and presentation of written works conveying Qur’anic teachings. With over 130 pieces catering to both adults and children, the works will be presented in English in the event. The Qur’anic, artistic, and literary monthly magazine ‘Shabnam,’ (dew) targeting the age group of 6-11 and supported by the Qur’an and Etrat Deputy of the Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance, translated into English and is also on display. Multilingual digital products, including Qur’anic applications, are among the items available at the
exhibition.