MAKKAH AL MUKARRAMAH, Tuesday, June 10, 2025 : The Presidency of Religious Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has inaugurated a pioneering exhibition for promoting the message and guidance of the Holy Quran to a global audience in a landmark initiative during the Hajj season.
Titled “Awareness and Enrichment,” the exhibition is being held at the Grand Mosque in Makkah and is the first of its kind. It has been launched under the patronage of Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Sudais, President of Religious Affairs of the Two Holy Mosques, in collaboration with the Al-Midad Foundation for Heritage and Culture.
The initiative aligns with the Presidency’s operational plan for the 1446 AH Hajj season and is designed to enrich the spiritual journey of pilgrims, offering a cultural and intellectual experience rooted in the teachings of the Quran.
Speaking at the launch, Sheikh Al-Sudais described the exhibition as a “global beacon of faith” for showcasing the Quran’s universal message of morality, tolerance, and moderation. “Our goal is to make the Quran the most valuable provision pilgrims carry back to their homelands,” he said.
He underscored the unwavering support of Saudi Arabia’s leadership, “may God protect them,” he noted, for initiatives that serve the Quran and contribute to spreading its message worldwide. “This exhibition represents a powerful platform for promoting the true values of Islam – tolerance, balance, and upright character,” Al-Sudais added.
The exhibition features a rare collection of Quranic manuscripts, some dating back over 1,000 years. Among the highlights are ancient handwritten copies, wooden panels inscribed with verses, and historically significant editions from various Islamic eras. Notably, the exhibition also includes manuscripts linked to Upper Egypt, reflecting the early spread of Islam and its deep historical roots.
Al-Sudais encouraged pilgrims and visitors to explore the exhibition located in the Third Saudi Expansion of the Grand Mosque, calling it an opportunity to “enhance their spiritual and intellectual connection with the Holy Book.”
He also extended his appreciation to Engineer Anas Saleh Sayrafi, Secretary-General of the Al-Midad Foundation, for his support in organizing the event. The Presidency, he affirmed, remains committed to strengthening its strategic partnership with Al-Midad to host more enriching cultural exhibitions at the Two Holy Mosques.
The “Awareness and Enrichment” exhibition is part of a broader effort by the Presidency to position the Quran at the heart of the Hajj experience and to broadcast its timeless guidance to audiences around the world.
