Qatar has launched the qualifying stage of the third “First of the Firsts” International Quranic Competition, bringing together an elite group of Holy Quran memorizers from around the world.
A total of 82 contestants from 33 countries all first-place winners in recognised international Quranic competitions will take part in the five-day online qualifying rounds, continuing until July 30.
Organised by the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs under the Sheikh Jassim bin Mohammed bin Thani Holy Quran Competition, the event reflects Qatar’s leading role in serving the Holy Quran, supporting its memorizers and strengthening Islamic values and identity.