At the 31st International Holy Quran Fair, a special unveiling ceremony was held to showcase the latest works and achievements of the seminary section.
This event was
attended by a diverse group of managers, professors, students, and Quran
enthusiasts.
During the
ceremony, several new volumes were unveiled, highlighting the recent
accomplishments of seminary centers, particularly Al-Mustafa University. Among
these was the translation of Sahifa Sajjadiyeh.
A significant
highlight of the event was the unveiling of the Quran translated into Thai.
This is a notable
achievement considering that Thai is spoken by 70 million people worldwide, and
there are 5.5 million Muslims in Thailand, said Hojat-ol-Islam Safuraei, head
of the translation team.
The representative
of the Al-Mustafa University in Thailand undertook this translation project,
marking 423 years since the teachings of Ahl al-Bayt (peace be upon them) were
introduced to the country, he added.
The Thai
translation of the Quran was a five-year project, brought to fruition by the
dedicated efforts of five individuals from the Al-Mustafa University and
experts in Quranic sciences, added the cleric.
The Thai Muslim
community has warmly welcomed this translation of the Holy Quran, he said.
The 31st
International Holy Quran Fair opened its doors at Tehran's Imam Khomeini
Mosalla on March 20, welcoming visitors to a spiritual and cultural journey
that coincides with the Nowruz holidays.
The exhibition will run until April 2.
A key highlight of the exhibition is its family-friendly
atmosphere, ensuring a welcoming space for all ages.
Additionally, the fair has arranged for Iftar tables to be
set up, providing a communal space for visitors to break their fast.
The fair features various Quranic institutions and
governmental bodies, as well as international participants from 25 countries.
The also highlights the issues of Gaza and Palestine and the role of the Quran
in inspiring resistance.
The fair aims to familiarize people with Quranic concepts
through artistic, cultural, and theatrical mediums, especially for children and
teenagers. It also offers sections on artificial intelligence, Nahj
al-Balaghah, Quranic research and consultation, Quran translation, and easy
Quran memorization.