Minister: Gaza focal point of Int’l Holy Qur’an Exhibition
Iran’s Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance emphasized the significance of highlighting the issue of Gaza in the upcoming 31st edition of the International Holy Qur’an Exhibition during the month of Ramadan.
Speaking at the 31st session of the International Qur’an Exhibition Council on March 10, Mohammad-Mehdi Esmaeili stressed the need to prevent intentional neglect of Gaza, urging all exhibition sectors to address this matter, IRNA wrote.
Esmaeili noted that the exhibition’s progress is crucial for all nations and not confined to a single organization.
He called for strengthening the presence of children and adolescents at the exhibition, emphasizing the inclusion of activities related to Qur’anic memorization.
He encouraged youth of different age groups to produce and share video clips centered on memorizing the Holy Qur’an.
The minister underscored the importance of bringing the Qur’an exhibition to people’s homes and engaging families in the event.
He suggested the inclusion of live performances by Qur’an memorizers during exhibition days.
Referring to the tragic events in Gaza, Esmaeili highlighted that the International Section of the exhibition should prioritize addressing the Gaza situation.
In the session, the organizers presented a report on various activities undertaken for the successful execution of the exhibition, including Qur’an memorization campaigns, media people related to the exhibition, and efforts against enemies and Zionism.
The exhibition will open on March 21 and will run through April 3.