Indonesian Embassy Marks Nuzul Al-Quran With Prayers

Bandar Seri Begawan - The Indonesian Embassy in Brunei recently held a religious ceremony to mark Nuzul Al-Quran, a press release from the Indonesian Embassy stated yesterday.

Around 200 members from the Indonesian community in the capital and Seria took part in the event to mark the revelation of the Holy Book. Itwas also attended by Indonesian Ambassador Mr Herijanto Soeprapto.

The function began with the breaking of fast followed by mass 'Maghrib' and 'Isyak' prayers as well as `Terawih' prayers.

There was also a religious forum, which was facilitated by Ustaz Hj Syahroni Abdul Kahar, an invited speaker from the Islamic Dakwah Centre, Ministry of Religious Affairs.

The Indonesian ambassador also presented prizes to the winners of the al-Quran contest and Arabic calligraphy colouring competition for children. -- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin

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