2025 Mecca Int’l Quran Contest: Day 3 Features 18 Contestants
The King Abdulaziz International Competition for Memorizing, Reciting, and Interpreting the Holy Quran got underway at the Grand Mosque on Saturday.
Organized by the Saudi Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance, this global event has seen 49 participants recite before the judging panel so far. Contestants from various countries have showcased their skills in a deeply spiritual atmosphere.
Participants from nations such as Guinea-Bissau, Albania, Mauritania, Iran, Syria, Portugal, Eswatini, Fiji, the United Kingdom, Burkina Faso, Madagascar, Indonesia, Algeria, Iraq, Libya, The Gambia, Réunion, and Somalia have taken part.
The competition's current session includes 179 contestants from 128 countries worldwide. They are competing across five categories for a total prize pool of SAR4 million.
The competition resumed on Monday with more elite participants joining the final rounds that began on Saturday.
This event, according to organizers, seeks to promote the values of moderation and tolerance while strengthening Muslims' connection to the Holy Quran through prestigious international competitions held in sacred locations.
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The sessions have been divided into morning and evening slots with nine contestants each. This format allows for a comprehensive evaluation of participants' recitations. The event has attracted significant public engagement due to its spiritual significance and the diverse representation of countries involved.
The competition continues to draw attention from around the world as it progresses through its stages. Participants are evaluated on their memorization skills as well as their ability to recite and interpret the Holy Quran accurately.
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