Date of source: Tuesday, September 3, 2024
The Center for Christian Muslim Understanding and Partnership (CCMUP) hosted the second day of A Journey of Learning program’s third edition at the All-Saints Episcopal Cathedral in the Zamālik district. Dr. Munīr Ḥannā, the center’s director and honorary archbishop, was present for the events.
Date of source: Wednesday, August 28, 2024
The dean of al-Azhar’s Faculty for Islamic & Arabic Studies for Girls, Dr. Ḥanān ʿAbd al-ʿAzīz, stressed the significance of department selection for female students aspiring to become muftīs.
Date of source: Sunday, August 18, 2024
Dr. Naẓīr ʿAyyād, the Grand Muftī of Egypt, stated on Sunday, August 18, that interfaith dialogue is the best method to advance peace and understanding. He also mentioned that efforts were being made to solidify common principles as the most effective strategy to create a society that is tolerant...
Date of source: Monday, August 26, 2024
A unique vision for renewing religious discourse through Egypt’s religious establishment—which is recognised for its capacity to propagate ideals of tolerance, reject prejudice and hatred, and play a significant cultural role—was incorporated by the government.
Date of source: Tuesday, August 20, 2024
At the 2024 Indonesia International Islamic Book Fair, the Muslim Council of Elders’ pavilion took home the Best Pavilion Award, making it stand out among the local and international institutions, organizations, and publishing firms that were present.
Date of source: Monday, May 20, 2024
The curricula development commission of Al-Azhar has decided to alter several Arabic and Islamic textbooks for students in the preparatory and secondary phases up until May 15.
Date of source: Sunday, August 25, 2024
Under the patronage of President ʿAbd al-Fattāḥ al-Sīsī, Minister of Awqāf (religious endowments), Dr. Osāma al-Azharī, honored a number of dignitaries and notable members of Egyptian society on the sidelines of the 35th session of the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs.
Date of source: Saturday, August 24, 2024
The former grand muftī and chairman of the House of Representatives’ Religious & Awqāf Affairs Committee, Dr. ʿAlī Jumʿa, noted that the Awqāf conference is unique in that it highlights the role that women play in awareness-raising.
Date of source: Sunday, August 25, 2024
President ʿAbd al-Fattāḥ al-Sīsī presided over the 35th conference of the Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, which began on August 25 and 26 at the Ministry of Awqāf (religious endowments) headquarters. Minister Osāma al-Azharī served as the conference chairman.
Date of source: Tuesday, August 13, 2024
Following Dr. Naẓīr ʿAyyād’s appointment as Egypt’s next grand muftī and chairman of the General Secretariat for Fatwā Authorities Worldwide, Dār al-Iftāʾ released a biography detailing his prior posts.