Initiative aims to connect Muslim youth with the Sunnah and strengthen knowledge of Prophetic teachings

By Sadiq Abdulfatah

Qatar’s Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs has announced the first edition of the international hadith memorisation competition, Mirath Al-Nubuwwah, with prizes worth more than QR1 million.

The competition was unveiled during a press conference in Doha as part of efforts to encourage stronger attachment to the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and inspire young Muslims around the world to study Prophetic teachings.

Officials described the initiative as a global platform designed to promote hadith memorisation, strengthen Islamic identity, and nurture a generation guided by faith, knowledge, and moderation.

The contest will be held in two main categories.

The Gold Level focuses on memorizing selected hadith from Al-Muntaqa by Imam Al-Majd Ibn Taymiyyah, a collection known for its emphasis on Islamic jurisprudence and rulings.

The Silver Level is based on Riyadh Al-Salihin by Imam Al-Nawawi, one of the most respected hadith collections covering ethics, spirituality, and daily conduct.

Participants will be allowed to compete in only one category.

Cash rewards have been allocated for top performers in both sections. In the Gold Level, prizes begin at QR200,000 for first place and continue down to QR10,000 for tenth place. In the Silver Level, prizes range from QR120,000 for first place to QR6,000 for tenth place.

The ministry said applicants must be male, register in the approved category, complete applications correctly within the set deadline, memorize the required texts, and follow all competition rules and evaluation standards.

The launch reflects Qatar’s continued support for Islamic education initiatives and programmes that encourage youth engagement with authentic religious knowledge.

Source: The Peninsula