Sheikh Sultan Unveils New Quran Encyclopedias as 311 Graduates Celebrate

Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, the Ruler of Sharjah, presided over the graduation event for the latest batch of certified Quran reciters from the Holy Quran Academy. This ceremony took place at the University City Hall, where 311 graduates proudly received their Quranic certifications.

During the festivities, Sheikh Sultan revealed the completion of the extensive “Rhetorical Interpretation” encyclopedia, featuring an impressive 68 volumes that took four years to create, providing an in-depth rhetorical analysis of the Holy Quran.

Additionally, the Ruler introduced three new Quranic encyclopedia projects, including the “Quranic Word” encyclopedia. This initiative delves into each word of the Holy Quran, examining its meaning, linguistic origin, terminology, and context.

Sheikh Sultan also signed the inaugural copies of two new encyclopedias focused on Quranic reading methodologies. These include a detailed examination of Asim al-Kufi's readings through Shu'bah and Hafs across 22 volumes, and Ibn Kathir's methodology across 17 volumes, accompanied by narration charts and explanatory texts crafted by a team of 63 scholars.

In his address, Sheikh Sultan expressed his delight at the completion of these major projects and commended the institutions of Sharjah for their unwavering support for science, education, and Islamic scholarship over the past five decades.

He further announced the launch of “Dar Al-Hadith” within Sharjah University City, an institution dedicated to Hadith studies that will offer specialized certificates alongside the Holy Quran Academy and Al Qasimia University.

Sheikh Sultan affirmed the emirate's dedication to promoting Arabic language and Quranic studies, ensuring the establishment of robust educational institutions grounded in scientific and cultural integrity.

He underscored Sharjah's significant role in advancing Arabic education in African nations, noting the presence of many African students at Al Qasimia University who subsequently establish Arabic and Quranic learning centers back home.

Dr Khalifa Musbah Al Tunaiji, Chairman of the Holy Quran Academy, expressed gratitude to Sheikh Sultan for his enduring support of Quranic education and research initiatives.

He shared that the Academy is devising a fresh strategy for the years 2027-2029, aimed at digitizing Quranic educational resources and enhancing accessibility for global students and researchers through interactive platforms.

Additionally, Al Tunaiji spoke about the Sharjah Global Electronic Quran Recitation Centre's success, particularly through the “Thamarah al-Thamarah” project, which has expanded to six continents and 51 nations, providing valuable opportunities for numerous students in Quranic studies.

The Academy also initiated the Citizen Reciter Project in collaboration with various Islamic organizations in Sharjah to train Emirati Quran memorizers and reciters.

At the ceremony, a documentary was showcased that highlighted the “Thamarah al-Thamarah” project, which is designed to equip graduates with the skills to become Quran educators and reciters globally.

Dr Muhammad Safi Al-Mustaghani, Secretary-General of the Arabic Language Academy in Sharjah, emphasized the significance of the “Rhetorical Interpretation” encyclopedia, which involved contributions from 68 scholars worldwide, focusing on elucidating the rhetorical contexts and linguistic artistry of Quranic verses.

The ceremony concluded with Sheikh Sultan posing for commemorative photos with scholars and contributors to the Academy’s initiatives, while graduates proudly accepted their Quranic certifications amid an audience of senior officials, scholars, and researchers.