A large-scale printing initiative is underway to produce translated copies of the Quran for global distribution. Nasyrul Quran, identified as the world’s second-largest Quran printing center, is undertaking the project as part of the One Million Quran Waqf Solidarity project.
Expanding Access to Scripture
The symbolic launch of this printing effort was led by Deputy Works Minister Ahmad Maslan, alongside Abdul Latif Mirasa, chairman of the Restu Foundation, and Jismi Johari, president of Malaysian Humanitarian Aid and Relief (MAHAR) and chairman of Ops Ihsan.
Currently, 20,000 copies of the Quran are prepared for delivery to Zanzibar, Tanzania, with the stated goal of bolstering Islamic education and supporting Muslim communities there. An additional 10,000 copies are designated for distribution in Malaysia, Aceh, and Southern Thailand to replace texts lost or damaged due to natural disasters.
Reaching Tamil Speakers and Beyond
A key component of the project involves printing 20,000 copies of the Quran in Tamil. According to Ahmad, this is a deliberate strategy to provide access to scripture for millions of Tamil speakers worldwide.
Ahmad characterized the effort as a “da’wah responsibility” extending beyond national borders. The overall aim of the One Million Quran Waqf Solidarity project is to make the Quran accessible in various languages globally.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the One Million Quran Waqf Solidarity project?
The One Million Quran Waqf Solidarity project aims to disseminate copies of the Quran with translations in various languages worldwide.
Where are the first copies of the Quran being distributed?
20,000 copies are being sent to Zanzibar, Tanzania, and 10,000 copies are allocated for distribution in Malaysia, Aceh, and Southern Thailand.
Who is involved in the launch of this project?
Deputy Works Minister Ahmad Maslan, Restu Foundation chairman Abdul Latif Mirasa, and MAHAR president Jismi Johari officiated the symbolic launch of the printing.
How might this initiative impact communities with limited access to religious texts?
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