Iranian President Ebrahim Raesi took a tour of different sections of the 31st International Holy Quran Fair on Saturday.
He was accompanied
by Iranian Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance Mohammad Mehdi Esmaeili as
well as head of the Ministry’s Quran and Etrat Department Shobeir Firouzian.
Raisi visited
different booths including those of Tebyan Institute, Computer Research Center
of Islamic Sciences (Noor), and the pavilion of artificial intelligence.
Later while
addressing a ceremony to honor 15 Quran servants, he expressed his gratitude to
all the organizers for making this Quranic event possible, not only in Tehran
but across the country. He also appreciated all the Quranic institutions,
activists, and scholars, particularly those who have contributed new and
valuable works for children and teenagers at the Quran exhibition.
“This year, we’ve
seen the beautiful integration of technology and creativity at the exhibition,
which serves as an excellent example of innovative approaches to Quranic
education,” he said, pointing to innovative sections at the event that use
modern technologies such as artificial intelligence to promote the Holy Quran.
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.