Turkish Religious Affairs Head Visits Al-Azhar

President of Religious Affairs in Turkey, Professor Dr. Ali Erbaş, paid a visit to Egypt’s esteemed Al-Azhar Mosque on Monday, where he performed Asr prayer and engaged in discussions on religious education.

During his visit, Dr. Erbaş received a briefing from Al-Azhar’s administration on its public religious and educational activities.

He also took time to speak with a number of students studying at the institution.

Highlighting Al-Azhar’s centuries-old influence in the Islamic world, Dr. Erbaş emphasized its significant role in shaping generations of scholars, including hundreds of Turkish graduates, praising Al-Azhar’s enduring contribution to the spread of religious knowledge and learning.

Dr. Erbaş further expressed his deep appreciation for Al-Azhar’s prominent status in Turkey, underscoring the respect and admiration it commands within Turkish religious and academic circles.

The visit reflects the ongoing cultural and spiritual ties between Turkey and Egypt, and the shared reverence for Al-Azhar as a beacon of Islamic scholarship.