A campaign titled “Living with Verses” has been warmly welcomed by visitors of the 31st International Holy Quran Fair.
“Living with
Verses” is a section that was first introduced at the 31st International Holy Quran
Fair, Seyyed Hamid Hashemi, director of the campaign said on Sunday.
This initiative reached an impressive
milestone by engaging with a hundred thousand visitors within the first nine
days of the exhibition, he stressed.
The campaign’s
mission is to present practical verses that are mentioned in a book titled “Mastura”,
he said, noting that the book is a compilation of concepts from a book written
by the Islamic Revolution Leader about Islamic thought in the Quran.
These concepts are
blended with modern and tangible examples for the general public, Hashemi said,
noting that a key feature of this section is the presentation of seven central
verses under three categories: “read, understand, memorize”.
Various
competitions are held, offering prizes such as trips to Mashhad, household
appliances, and cultural awards, he said. “Since the start of the exhibition,
we have given out over 313 prizes every night, with a variety of games and
programs for both children and adults.”
Additionally,
international reciters perform recitations of these seven verses to the
audience every night, he said.
To participate in the
contests, visitors can fill out written questionnaires, Hashemi said, adding
that those who answer three out of five questions correctly are entered into a
lottery. There’s also an online competition where two winners are selected
electronically each night for a trip to the holy city of Mashhad and a pilgrimage
to the shrines in Iraq, he added.
The 31st International Holy Quran Fair commenced at Tehran's
Imam Khomeini Mosalla on March 20, coinciding with the Nowruz holidays. This
spiritual and cultural event invites visitors on a journey of exploration.
Running until April 2, the exhibition welcomes enthusiasts
daily from 5:00 PM to 00:30 AM local time. Notably, the fair fosters a
family-friendly atmosphere, providing a warm and inclusive space for all age
groups.
Iftar tables have been thoughtfully arranged, allowing
visitors to break their fast together in a communal setting. Beyond its local
appeal, the fair draws attention to global issues, emphasizing the role of the
Quran in inspiring resistance, particularly concerning Gaza and Palestine.
Through artistic, cultural, and theatrical mediums, the fair
aims to familiarize attendees with Quranic concepts. Special sections cover
topics such as artificial intelligence, Nahj al-Balaghah, Quranic research and
consultation, Quran translation, and easy Quran memorization.