Saudi Gazette report

RIYADH — Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman has approved the distribution of 1.2 million copies of the Holy Qur'an and its translations into 79 languages in 45 countries across the world. These will be distributed among Islamic and cultural centers, as well as religious attaché offices at Saudi embassies in those countries.

The distribution is part of a program of gifting copies of the Holy Qur'an from Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, implemented by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call, and Guidance during Ramadan.

Minister of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance Sheikh Abdullatif Al-Sheikh expressed his gratitude and appreciation of King Salman and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman for their continuous care and support for Muslims worldwide.

The minister described the printed copies as among the finest and most meticulously produced editions globally, stressing that the program reflects the wise leadership’s dedication to the dissemination of the Qur'an, thus enabling Muslims worldwide to benefit from it, especially during the holy month.

Al-Sheikh also highlighted the significant and ongoing support the ministry receives from the leadership to fulfill its mission of serving Islam and Muslims and promoting the values of tolerance and coexistence that embody the true essence of Islam.

He noted that the ministry has completed all preparations for the shipment of the copies to the beneficiary countries in accordance with its approved strategy for this year. This will be carried out in coordination with religious attaché offices and centers affiliated with the ministry, and various Islamic councils and organizations, ensuring distribution throughout Ramadan.