Ramadan: King Salman approves global distribution of 1.2 million Qur’an copies in 79 languages
Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz attends the final session of the South American-Arab Countries summit, in Riyadh November 11, 2015. REUTERS/Faisal Al Nasser Reuters Images
Ahead of the month of Ramadan, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman has authorized the distribution of 1.2 million copies of the Holy Qur’an, along with translations in 79 languages across 45 countries.
The initiative, overseen by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call, and Guidance, will ensure that copies reach Islamic and cultural centers, as well as religious attaché offices at Saudi embassies worldwide.
The distribution forms part of a Ramadan gifting program, a longstanding effort to make the Qur’an more accessible to Muslims globally.
Minister of Islamic Affairs, Sheikh Abdullatif Al-Sheikh, expressed deep gratitude to King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for their unwavering commitment to supporting Islam and Muslims worldwide.
Describing the Qur’anic editions as among the most meticulously produced worldwide, Al-Sheikh emphasized that the program reflects Saudi Arabia’s dedication to spreading the message of the Qur’an, particularly during the sacred month of Ramadan.
He also underscored the Saudi leadership’s commitment to promoting Islamic values of tolerance and coexistence, ensuring that Muslims worldwide benefit from the divine text.
The ministry assured that it has completed logistical preparations to deliver the copies efficiently, working closely with religious attaché offices, Islamic councils, and organizations to facilitate widespread distribution throughout Ramadan.
