Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz approved on Sunday the distribution of one million copies of the holy Quran to religious attachés, Islamic centers, and guidance offices in 22 countries during the holy fasting month of Ramadan, reported the Saudi Press Agency.
Ramadan will begin later in March.
The Qurans will be provided by the King Fahd Complex. The copies will include the interpretations of the Quran and its translation in 76 languages.
The process will be supervised by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance.
Minister of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance, and General Supervisor of the Complex Dr. Abdullatif bin Abdulaziz Al Al-Sheikh commended the support received by Islamic attachés, centers and guidance offices abroad from the wise leadership.
He added that this gesture is an extension of the Kingdom's efforts to serve the Holy Quran and help in delivering it to millions of Muslims across the globe.
Dr. Al Al-Sheikh stated that the ministry has started coordinating and preparing for the shipment of the publications according to the highest standards to ensure their arrival on time.
