King Salman honored for his support of Quran memorization societies in the Kingdom
His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received yesterday evening a delegation honoring the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. This gracious reception was in recognition of the generous support and patronage the King has bestowed upon the efforts of Quran memorization societies in the Kingdom for over 60 years, reflecting the profound attention the wise leadership pays to the Holy Quran.
Souvenirs that embody a long history of giving
On behalf of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince received gifts of honor presented on this momentous occasion. These gifts included a prestigious shield expressing gratitude and appreciation, a handwritten copy of the Quran of artistic and historical value, and a plaque commemorating the completion of King Salman bin Abdulaziz's memorization of the Holy Quran at the age of ten. The gifts also included a plaque titled "Hidden Fruits," an artistic tree displaying the names of over 21,000 male and female Quran memorizers benefiting from the Riyadh Quran Memorization Society (Maknoon), highlighting the abundant fruits of this ongoing support.
The historical roots of the leadership's efforts in supporting Quran memorization societies in the Kingdom
Caring for the Book of God is not a recent development, but rather an extension of a long-standing approach adopted by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia since its unification. In this context, the role of King Salman bin Abdulaziz – may God protect him – stands out, dating back to his time as Governor of Riyadh, where he was the foremost supporter and honorary founder of numerous Quranic initiatives. This support manifested itself in the establishment and sponsorship of Quran memorization societies throughout the Kingdom, providing all means for their success and continuity. Historically, the Kingdom's efforts in serving the Holy Quran have been linked to the establishment of the King Fahd Complex for Printing the Holy Quran, the largest Quran printing press in the world. This underscores that caring for the Book of God is a fundamental pillar of the state's policy, in which the efforts of civil society organizations are integrated with those of government institutions to disseminate the tolerant message of Islam.
The local and international impact of sponsoring those who memorize the Book of God
This honor comes as a tribute and appreciation to the blessed legacy of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, who has dedicated himself to the care of the Holy Quran, directing efforts to disseminate its teachings and interpretations, and instilling its values in the hearts of generations. Domestically, this care has contributed to safeguarding youth, promoting moderate values, and building a Quranic generation that serves its nation and community with sincerity. Regionally and internationally, the support for teaching Quranic sciences and distributing translations of its meanings enhances the Kingdom's position as a beacon for Muslims and a champion of peace and tolerance. Furthermore, the international Quranic competitions organized by the Kingdom, in which delegations from around the world participate, reflect the profound global impact of this generous patronage.
Crown Prince praises the role of the non-profit sector
At the conclusion of the meeting, His Royal Highness the Crown Prince expressed his gratitude and appreciation to all the non-profit organizations specializing in Quran memorization in Riyadh and across the Kingdom for their outstanding initiatives in serving the Holy Book. He commended their active contributions to the development of the non-profit sector, emphasizing the importance of their ongoing efforts and their integration with the wise leadership's efforts to solidify the Kingdom's leading role in serving Islam and Muslims worldwide.
