Ministry of Culture Hosts Various Events to Mark National Quran Day

The Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities launched a series of activities to celebrate the National Day of the Holy Quran, observed on the 27th of Rajab. This occasion highlights the Iraqi government’s commitment to promoting Quranic culture and reflects Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al-Sudani’s dedication to spreading Quranic teachings through both governmental and non-governmental institutions.

Minister Dr. Ahmed Fakkak Al-Badrani stated: “The initiative to declare the National Day of the Holy Quran on the 27th of Rajab builds on the initiative launched and sponsored by the Prime Minister’s Office, which also includes the first International Iraq Quran Memorisation and Recitation Competition held last year, organised by both the Shiite and Sunni Waqfs.”

Throughout the week, the Ministry of Culture’s directorates will host a range of events, including intellectual seminars, Quranic art exhibitions, and displays of rare and revered Quranic manuscripts.

As part of the celebrations, Deputy Minister for Arts Affairs, Mr. Qasim Al-Sudani, inaugurated a Quranic calligraphy exhibition at the ministry’s headquarters in central Baghdad. Organised by the General Directorate of Arts, in collaboration with the Media and Government Communication Department and the Ibn Al-Bawwab Islamic Foundation, the exhibition honours Arabic calligraphy’s role in preserving Quranic heritage.

The event featured 30 calligraphers from across Iraq, including a significant number of female artists. Showcasing 75 diverse artworks, from traditional Quranic calligraphy to contemporary Islamic ornamentation, the exhibition highlights Iraq’s rich artistic and cultural heritage.

Al-Sudani noted that this exhibition, the third of its kind, reflects the ministry’s commitment to nurturing artistic talent and preserving Arabic calligraphy. He also announced plans for a documentation project to archive Arabic calligraphy works, particularly those related to Quranic transcription.

Source: Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities

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