Nuzulul Qur'an, Jakarta - Baznas Bazis Launches Jakarta Cinta Al-Qur'an Program
Reported by Yudha Peta Ogara | Translated by Nugroho Adibrata
The Jakarta administration and Jakarta Baznas Bazis have launched the Jakarta Cinta Al-Quran (Love the Qur'an) program in commemoration of Nuzulul Qur'an 1443 Hijri at the pattern room, Jakarta City Hall, on Wednesday (4/120). It was also accompanied by the kick-off of the Writing of the Al-Qur'an Mushaf with the Follow The Line method.
This is also appropriate to reflect and be grateful for the blessings of faith and Islam
The program is expected to be a momentum for Muslims in Jakarta to always love the Qur'an at all times with a substantial understanding, which is to always read it and practice its teachings.
"This is also appropriate to reflect and be grateful for the blessings of faith and Islam as the highest gift from Allah. Al-Qur'an is Allah's guidance for Muslims to be safe in this world and the hereafter. Appreciation for Jakarta Baznas Bazis that initiated the Jakarta Cinta Al-Qur'an program. Thank you to the residents and Muslims of Jakarta, who have contributed to maintaining the solemnity of Ramadan, maintaining order and security," expressed Jakarta Vice Governor Ahmad Riza Patria, as quoted by Jakarta PPID's press release.
MSME Products Showcased at MRT Ramadan Bazaar 2022Apart from reading the Qur'an together, he said there would be the kick-off of the Writing of the Al-Qur'an Mushaf consisting of 602 pages as a series of activities in the program. 604 Mushafs would be written by Jakarta officials and public figures, as well as the Collaborative Mushaf for 30,000 students at the Jakarta International Stadium (JIS), which was planned to be held on the anniversary of the Islamic New Year 1444 Hijri.
The involvement of these children is to build the noble character of an Islamic family that will have a soul that is obedient to the truth and is obedient to Islamic principles and processes.
Jakarta Baznas Bazis Chairman Akhmad Abubakar expressed his appreciation and hoped that the program could strengthen collaboration and synergy with the Jakarta administration.
"Alhamdulillah, today we can stay in touch to strengthen ukhuwah at the Jakarta Cinta Al-Qur'an program as well as the Soft Launching of Collaborative Mushaf and Writing the Qur'an," he stated.
He added that Jakarta Governor Anies Baswedan's call to organize this program was not only responded to by the people of Jakarta but also throughout Indonesia and even in other countries, such as Indonesian Migrant Workers (TKI) in other countries, one of which is Hong Kong.
Aside from that, communities, companies, or offices were also invited to be involved in the Collaboration Mushaf. If people want to participate in writing the Qur'an Mushaf, they can register on the landing page or website of Jakarta Baznas Bazis.
There are several location points for the Jakarta Cinta Al-Qur'an program activities that will join online via zoom meetings:
1. Mayors of Jakarta administration
2. Regent of Seribu Islands Regency administration
3. Jakarta Baznas Baziis
4. Negeri Jakarta University
5. Al-Azhar University
6. Hasyim Ashari Mosque
7. Sunda Kelapa Mosque
8. Harmony Bus Stop
9. CSW Asean Bus Stop
10. Tidung Island Mosque
11. Tresna Mulia Orphanage 1
12. Cafe Difabis Kendal
As the information, the Jakarta Cinta Al-Qu'ran program launching was also attended by City Secretary Marullah Matali; Spiritual Education and Mental Bureau Head Gunas Mahdianto; Jakarta officials; Jakarta mayors and regents (via online); Jakarta Baznas Bazis leaders; Unversity rectors (via online); Religious Institutions leaders; DKM Chairmen (via online); as well as Committee leaders and members (via offline and online).
