A six-year-old local boy has been making national headlines for becoming the youngest Maldivian to memorize the Islamic sacred book; the Holy Quran.
In recognition of this, Qibla Hajj and Umrah Group sponsored the six-year-old for all expenses paid Umrah trip in the following year. Qibla Hajj and Umrah group was one of the first to congratulate the boy and appreciate his hard work and this pious act.
As per local news, Yoosuf bin Mazin, 6, had memorized the Islamic holy book completely.
Moreover, the local boy has become the youngest recipient in Maldives to receive the title of ‘hafiz.’
In addition to this, young Yoosuf has been receiving praise and recognition nationwide.
Furthermore, Maldives Islamic Minister Dr. Ahmed Zahir had met with the young ‘hafiz’ and his family.
During the meeting, a copy of the Islamic Holy Quran was gifted to Yoosuf.
Moreover, he received praise from local leaders including Maldives Vice President and JP leader Qasim Ibrahim.