The Islamic Research Complex of Al-Azhar Shrine is hosting its eighth forum, titled "Orientalists' and Modernists' Doubts on the Arrangement of Quranic Surahs," on Monday, September 28, 2026, at the Islamic Mission City. The event is part of the "Pulpit of Awareness" program and is sponsored by Al-Azhar's Grand Imam, Ahmed El-Tayeb. The forum features a lecture by Dr. Abdel Fattah Mohamed Kheder, a professor of Quranic interpretation and sciences at Al-Azhar University.
The forum aims to address doubts raised by Orientalists and modernists regarding the arrangement of Quranic surahs. Dr. Kheder's lecture will focus on the miraculous aspects of the connection between the endings of surahs and the beginnings of the following surahs. The discussion will be moderated by Sheikh Al-Hossaini Al-Qadhi, a member of the Supreme Committee for Da'wa Affairs at the Islamic Research Complex. The event seeks to provide a scholarly response to misguided ideas and to demonstrate the coherence and divine nature of the Quran.
The forum is part of a series of events organized by the Supreme Committee for Da'wa Affairs to promote a sound understanding of Islamic issues and to protect young people from misconceptions and misguided ideas. The Islamic Research Complex is committed to providing a rigorous and scholarly approach to addressing questions related to the Quran and its sciences. The complex's efforts are guided by the principles of Al-Azhar's traditional approach and a commitment to accuracy and scientific investigation.
The arrangement of Quranic surahs is a topic of ongoing debate among scholars and researchers. The Islamic Research Complex's forum aims to provide a platform for scholars to discuss and address doubts raised by Orientalists and modernists on this issue. The event will examine the arguments presented by these groups and provide a critical analysis of their claims. By doing so, the forum seeks to promote a deeper understanding of the Quran and its sciences.
The Islamic Research Complex's efforts to promote a sound understanding of Islamic issues are part of a broader strategy to build a more informed and aware society. The complex's events and activities are designed to provide a platform for scholars and researchers to engage with the public and to address pressing issues and concerns. By promoting a culture of dialogue and understanding, the complex aims to contribute to the development of a more cohesive and informed society.
The eighth forum on Quranic surahs is a significant event in the Islamic Research Complex's program of activities. The event reflects the complex's commitment to promoting a sound understanding of Islamic issues and to addressing the needs and concerns of the community. By hosting this forum, the complex aims to provide a platform for scholars and researchers to engage with the public and to promote a deeper understanding of the Quran and its sciences.
The Islamic Research Complex's eighth forum on Quranic surahs will contribute to a better understanding of the Quran and its sciences. The event will provide a platform for scholars to discuss and address doubts raised by Orientalists and modernists on the arrangement of Quranic surahs. By promoting a sound understanding of Islamic issues, the complex aims to build a more informed and aware society.
Key points
- The Islamic Research Complex hosts forums to address doubts on Islamic issues.
- The eighth forum focuses on Orientalists' and modernists' doubts on Quranic surah arrangement.
- The event aims to promote a sound understanding of Islamic issues and to protect young people from misconceptions.
