AhlulBayt News Agency (ABNA): A Quran recitation program is slated to be held at the Imam Ali (AS) Islamic Center in Stockholm, the capital of Sweden, later this month.
Slated for Saturday, April 15, it will be organized on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan, according to the center.
The program includes Tarteel recitation of the Quran, Quran recitation by four top qaris from different parts of Sweden, Ibtihal recitation, interpretation of the Quran, Tawasheeh (religious songs) performance, and a Quran competition.
The participants will then say Maghrib and Isha prayers and break their fast.
During the program, winners of a Quran competition organized by the center on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan will also be awarded.
Ramadan, which started on March 23, is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar.
It is a period of prayer, fasting, charity giving and self–accountability for Muslims around the world.
The Quran was revealed to the Holy Prophet’s (PBUH) heart in this month.
During Ramadan, Muslims fast (abstain from foods and drinks) from sunrise to sunset.
They also devote a considerable amount of time during this month to reading and contemplating the Quran.
The Imam Ali (AS) Islamic Center is an independent and grassroots religious institution founded by a number of Shia Muslims in 1996.
The center holds various religious and cultural programs throughout the year for Muslims residing in Stockholm and nearby cities.
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