| Ishan Ibrahim |
A WORLD Quran Hour programme was recently conducted at the Rashidah Sa’adatul Bolkiah Mosque in Kampong Sungai Akar.
Held for the first time in Brunei Darussalam, the programme entailed the need for unity for Muslims around the world by reciting Al-Quran and interacting with fellow Muslims wherever they may be.
Organised by the mosque’s Takmir committee members, the programme saw 150 participants reciting Al-Quran verses in sessions. The participants comprised mainly school students, youths, Muslimah members and mosque congregants.
The World Quran Hour programme is usually conducted on the 22nd of Ramadhan, the last 10 days of the holy month.
The aim was for participants and Muslims to have a ‘Quranic’ mindset that adheres to the laws of Islam regardless of race, nationality and wealth.
The campaign also aimed to encourage every individual to read, understand and apply the values from Al-Quran in their daily lives and character.