Islamic Affairs boosts efforts in final ten days of Ramadan

Sharjah 24: The Sharjah Islamic Affairs Department has increased its readiness across all mosques in the emirate, focusing especially on the main mosques and vital areas. This is in collaboration with the Sharjah Police General Command, the Sharjah Volunteer Center, and other relevant authorities, to ensure a religious atmosphere that provides comfort, reassurance, and tranquility for worshippers. The public can access details about mosques, reciters, and prayer times via the official website.

Continuation of the "Sharjah Reciters" Programme

The department confirmed that the "Sharjah Reciters" program will continue during the final ten days of Ramadan. This program features a select group of reciters known for their skillful performance and melodious voices. The program will be held across various cities and suburbs of the emirate, including events such as the Suburbs Reciters, Emirates Reciters, Ten Recitations, and Quran Khatma events.

Maintenance and upgrades to mosque facilities

The Sharjah Islamic Affairs Department has deployed maintenance teams to assess and upgrade mosques, particularly those with high turnout during Tahajjud prayers. Major mosques like Sharjah Mosque, Sheikh Saud Mosque, Al Noor Mosque, and King Faisal Mosque are being prioritized. Special efforts include carpeting outdoor courtyards and expanding the capacity of women's prayer areas with adjacent tents.

Volunteer support for mosque operations

The department has also allocated volunteers, in cooperation with the Sharjah Volunteer Center, to manage the entry and exit of worshippers and ensure the alignment of rows in the outdoor courtyards. This will help maintain order and comfort for the large crowds of worshippers attending the mosques.

Ongoing Ramadan programmes and activities

Throughout Ramadan, the department continues to offer a range of advocacy and awareness activities aimed at enhancing religious awareness across society. These activities aim to provide a faith-based atmosphere and promote Islamic culture and values, aligning with the department's mission to foster religious awareness in the emirate.

Quran memorisation and recitation correction programmes

Sharjah’s mosques are hosting over 1,487 Quran memorization sessions throughout Ramadan. Thousands of students from various age groups are participating in these programs, dedicated to memorizing and studying the Quran and learning Tajweed. The department, in collaboration with the Sharjah Holy Quran and Sunnah Foundation, also offers recitation correction sessions at 20 mosques across the suburbs, ensuring that students receive guidance on proper Quranic recitation and memorization.

Promoting religious values through Quranic programmes

These Quranic programs are designed to strengthen the connection to the Holy Quran during Ramadan, while also raising religious and cultural awareness. The department provides support to all students by ensuring that mosque imams are available for memorization sessions, which cater to all segments of society.

Raising public awareness on Ramadan provisions and fasting

In addition to Quranic programs, the Sharjah Islamic Affairs Department continues to offer lessons and lectures focused on the provisions of Ramadan, including the jurisprudence of fasting and addressing daily challenges faced by Muslims during the holy month. These lessons are designed to provide deeper understanding of the Quran’s meanings and offer guidance on its teachings.

Support for charitable Iftar initiatives

The department has also commended the efforts of charitable individuals who are providing iftar meals to those fasting and those in need. Since the beginning of Ramadan, the department has issued licenses for 380 designated iftar locations across various regions and cities in Sharjah, contributing to the spirit of community solidarity during the holy month.