President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has urged Maldivians to revive the traits of true Muslims, focusing on the principles of the Quran and Sunnah, during a speech commemorating the Maldives’ Embrace of Islam Day. The event is observed annually on Rabi-ul Awwal 2 in the Islamic calendar.
In his speech, President Muizzu honored 28 individuals for successfully memorizing the Quran and earning the title of Hafiz. He awarded them medals and prizes to recognize their dedication to preserving Islamic teachings.
A Call to Align Society with Islamic Principles
President Muizzu stressed the need for collective efforts to reform society in line with Islamic principles. He expressed concern over the apparent deviation from these values and emphasized the importance of honesty, truthfulness, and refraining from spreading falsehoods or insults, as taught in the Sunnah.
He also highlighted that true societal progress requires both moral and intellectual development. In addition to infrastructure and other advancements, he said that intellectual growth, grounded in Islam, is essential for nation-building.
Eradicating Un-Islamic Practices
The President further called for the removal of un-Islamic practices from Maldivian society, stressing that the core principles of Islam should guide the country’s development.
Recognizing Teachers' Role in Nation-Building
As the event coincided with Teacher’s Day on October 5th, President Muizzu commended teachers for their pivotal role in shaping future generations. He urged educators to nurture national identity, accountability, and responsibility in their students. He stressed that society also shares this responsibility, especially in empowering the youth with Islamic values and a strong sense of national identity.
Honoring 28 Hafizs for Memorizing the Quran
During the event, President Muizzu awarded medals to 28 Hafizs who completed the memorization of the Quran between October 2022 and September 2024. These individuals were celebrated for their dedication to preserving Islamic teachings.
Here is the list of the Hafizs recognized:
- Fathimath Didi, of Shevil, Seenu atoll Hithadhoo
- Jameela Ali Didi, of Dhoodigan, Massaaguge, Fuvahmulah
- Fathimath Isha, of Nizaam, Noonu atoll Milandhoo
- Hakeemath Mohamed, of Funaad, Heenage, Fuvahmulah
- Aminath Latheefa, of Thibroazuge, Seenu atoll Hithadhoo
- Moosa Ashhal Ashraf, of H. Eastlight
- Fathimath Ahmed, of Dhadimagu, Guldhasthaage, Fuvahmulah
- Abdulla Rasheed, of Aluimaage, Hithadhoo, Addu
- Abdullah Bin Yameen, of Moonlight Hiyaa, Maradhoo, Addu
- Saudhiyya Moosa, of Meenaz, Shaviyani atoll Bileiyfahi
- Sakhiyya Abdul Ghani, of Kuriboashi, Raa atoll Meedhoo
- Yumna Abdul Azeez, of Fehige, Dhaalu atoll Meedhoo
- Mohamed Yunus Bin Ibrahim Zahir, of Javaahirumaage, Raa atoll Fainu
- Raahin Bin Mohamed, of Maathoda Avah, Jagaha, Gaafu Dhaalu atoll Faresmaathodaa
- Izkan Ajeeb Hussain, of G. Fares
- Mohamed Hanoon Hussain, of Farubadha, Feydhoo, Addu
- Ali Raeef, of Dhonmoonimaa, Alif Alif Thoddoo
- Fathimath Naseera, of Nikagasdhoshuge, Hithadhoo, Addu
- Azeen Mohamed, of Dhandimagu, Benhaage, Fuvahmulah
- Raslaan Abdul Razzaq Easa, of Anbareega, Raa atoll Meedhoo
- Shabeena Abdulla, of Aswaad, Gaafu Alif atoll Dhehvadhoo
- Moonisa Abdul Raheem, of Kinaaraa, Noonu atoll Landhoo
- Asir Arif Yoosuf, of Alhivilaage, Baa atoll Eydhafushi
- Alavi Ayyub Bun Mohamed Shujau, of Ma. Raiy Endheri
- Abdulla Hayaan Hameez, of Guraha, Lhaviyani atoll Naifaru
- Rayyan Ahmed Mohamed, of Dhadimagu, Dhoores, Fuvahmulah
- Aishath Soibath Mohamed Rikzaan, of Family, Lhaviyani atoll Naifaru
- Bilal Bin Ahmed, of G. Heenaahiyaa
This year's ceremony not only highlighted the importance of Islamic values but also celebrated the achievements of those working to preserve them through the memorization of the Quran.
