In brief
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Islamic Affairs wrapped up its fourth scholarly course for preachers and students in Ali Sabieh, Djibouti, on Nov. 5, gathering 150 imams and learners. The program emphasized a correct understanding of Sharia, the importance of moderation and tolerance, and the rejection of extremism as part of Saudi outreach abroad.
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Islamic Affairs, through its liaison office at the Saudi Embassy in Djibouti, ended its fourth scholarly course for preachers and students on Nov. 5 in the regional capital of Ali Sabieh.
The program brought together 150 imams and students of Islamic knowledge, along with individuals interested in Islamic affairs, according to a statement from the Saudi Press Agency.
Speakers addressed a range of Islamic and religious topics aimed at promoting a proper understanding of Islamic Sharia, reinforcing sound Islamic beliefs, and disseminating Islamic knowledge derived from the Quran and Sunnah, the agency added.
The course emphasized the principles of moderation and tolerance, and the rejection of extremism as part of the ministry’s educational and outreach programs conducted outside the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Ministry officials said the initiative is designed to spread knowledge based on the Quran and Sunnah, boost sound religious awareness, and reinforce the values of tolerance and moderation, according to the SPA release.
