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 Saturday, March 22^nd

^{After Duhr Prayer}

Reading the Holy Quran:

• Brings us closer to Allah (SWT).
• Provides us with guidance.
• Helps us develop a deeper connection with our faith.
• Gives us a sense of purpose.

This Holy Quran Memorization Competition aims to:

• Promote literacy in the Holy Quran.
• Introduce and encourage our youth to recite and memorize the Holy Quran.
• Promote leadership development and public speaking abilities.

Surahs by Age Group

• Group 1: Ages 5-8 Surahs Al-Asr to An-Nas (103-114)
• Group 2: Ages 9-12 Surahs Ash-Shams to At-Takathur (91-102)
• Group 3: Ages 13-16 Surahs At-Takwir to Al-Balad (81-90)

Boys and Girls are welcome to compete.

Quranic Recitation Competition Rules

• Each participant must complete the online registration form here by the March 16^th
• Ages 5 – 16 may register to participate in Hifth (memorization).
• Participants may choose to compete in a group above their age, but not below their age.
• Please arrive promptly on the day of the competition, dressed in an appropriate Islamic outfit.
• On the day of the competition, you will be asked to recite any two of the Surahs of your group.
• Participants must raise his /her voice and read clearly.
• Participants are evaluated based on their memorization (recitation by heart) and pronunciation.
• Judging will be based on clear and accurate memorization of the selections and continuous flow of recitation.
• In case of a tie for 1st, 2nd or 3rd place, judges may ask you to recite any one Surah from your group.

Final Word

• • Don’t be nervous or shy. You are doing something for the pleasure of Allah (SWT).
  • Prizes will be awarded.