Achievements of Umm Al-Qura University's online Quran recitation program in 2025, in numbers
The Umm Al-Qura University online Quran recitation center achieved a significant milestone and a remarkable global presence in 2025, solidifying its position as a leading center for teaching the Holy Quran and the rules of Tajweed (Quranic recitation) through the digital sphere. The center distinguished itself by offering a comprehensive educational system based on the latest remote communication technologies, enabling users to receive immediate and direct recitation correction under the supervision of a select group of specialists.
Record numbers and global reach
Official statistics revealed that the university's Quranic recitation services have expanded to include 15,201 students from 88 countries worldwide. This presence transcends traditional geographical boundaries, with beneficiaries spread across six continents: Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, South America, and Australia. This geographical diversity reflects the high level of trust Muslims around the world place in the university's academic and Quranic programs, and their desire to receive the Quran with a continuous chain of transmission and the correct methodology from the source of revelation.
Sound educational and methodological competencies
To ensure the quality of educational outcomes, the teaching process was overseen by 80 highly qualified and experienced teachers of Quranic recitation. Their efforts resulted in 3,424 hours of instruction throughout the year, during which 23,229 pages of the Holy Quran were read and corrected. The center's methodology combines traditional methods of instruction with modern teaching techniques, making it easier for those wishing to learn the Quran to overcome the obstacles of time and place.
Historical context and pioneering role of Umm Al-Qura University
This achievement is not a coincidence, but rather an extension of the rich historical legacy of Umm Al-Qura University in Mecca, one of the oldest Islamic academic institutions. The university has long been a center of cultural and intellectual influence, benefiting from its sacred geographical location adjacent to the Holy Mosque. The activation of the electronic Quran recitation platform is a developmental step that moves traditional Quran memorization circles from mosques and classrooms to global digital platforms, thus reinforcing the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's mission to serve Islam and Muslims.
Alignment with the Kingdom's Vision 2030
Commenting on these indicators, Dr. Abdullah Al-Kathiri, Dean of the College of Da'wah and Fundamentals of Religion at Umm Al-Qura University, affirmed that the success of the Quran Recitation Center reflects the university's commitment to disseminating Quranic sciences according to a sound scientific methodology. This approach is perfectly aligned with the objectives of the Kingdom's Vision 2030, which urges harnessing digital transformation and artificial intelligence to serve the Two Holy Mosques and their visitors, and to spread moderate Islamic values. The university's investment in technological infrastructure has enabled it to convey its noble message to diverse cultures and peoples, thus reaffirming its deep Arab and Islamic roots and its pivotal role in caring for the Book of God Almighty.
