In a vibrant cultural scene that blends the spirit of faith and the authenticity of knowledge, the 47th Islamic Book Fair continues its activities for the third consecutive day since its launch on the morning of Monday, April 21st, amidst a remarkable public turnout and broad participation from educational institutions, publishing houses, and a host of thinkers, intellectuals, and those interested in Islamic affairs.

Cultural Formation Course for Islamic Education Teachers

The fair commenced its third day by organizing a specialized training course entitled "Cultural Formation for Islamic Education Teachers." Presented by Abdulaziz Al-Kandari from the Guidance Department at the Ministry of Education, the course aims to develop the cultural skills of Islamic education teachers and equip them with the necessary cognitive and methodological tools to build an integrated cultural awareness that stems from Islamic principles and interacts with the modern era.

The course addressed the importance of the teacher's role in establishing authentic Islamic values and concepts and how to employ culture as an effective educational lever that contributes to building a generation that adheres to its identity and embraces the advancements of science with a critical and conscious spirit. A collection of sources and references that teachers can consult to systematically and balancedly enrich their cultural knowledge was also presented.

Student Competition... In a Cheerful Spirit

Among the prominent activities of the third day was the "Islamic Education Guidance Competition for the Mubarak Al-Kabeer Educational Area," in which 8 schools participated: Al-Jahra الأهليّة, Al-Jazayer Secondary School, Al-Qairawan, Al-Sayigh, Umm Al-Baneen, Al-Sulaibiya, Al-Rayhana Bint Zaid, and Al-Dawha.

The competition included a variety of themes that combined religious information, the Prophet's biography, and ethical situations, in addition to interactive movement activities that instilled in the students a spirit of enthusiasm and teamwork.

The competition witnessed great interaction among the students, with an atmosphere dominated by the spirit of fair competition and collective joy, reflecting the importance of linking religious knowledge with modern teaching methods that involve the student in the educational process and develop in them a spirit of self-learning.

Arabic Calligraphy... Art and Identity

In another corner of the exhibition, the Arabic calligraphy workshop presented by the renowned calligrapher Hussein Al-Sarri, representative of "Al-Sarri Art for Publishing and Distribution," was one of the most prominent artistic events of the third day. The workshop targeted visiting school students and provided them with a direct experience in dealing with Arabic calligraphy by writing their names or selected phrases on various gifts, giving them a personal and aesthetic touch.

The workshop aimed to strengthen students' belonging to this ancient Islamic art and connect them with the aesthetics of Arabic writing, which is one of the most prominent manifestations of Islamic and artistic identity through which the pages of civilization were woven.

Public Attendance

Since its opening, the 47th Islamic Book Fair has witnessed a growing public turnout, with crowds of school and university students, pioneers of Islamic thought and culture, as well as a selection of writers, thinkers, and researchers, in addition to active participation from publishing houses and educational institutions from inside and outside Kuwait.

This year's exhibition is characterized by an unprecedented momentum in its activities and a rich diversity in its cultural and educational programs, targeting various age groups and intellectual interests, in a diligent endeavor to consolidate Islamic identity and highlight the originality of Arab culture in a modern cognitive framework that keeps pace with the aspirations of generations.

It represents one of the most important annual cultural events in Kuwait, due to its intellectual, educational, and advocacy dimensions, which contribute to linking society with its civilizational roots and enhance its awareness of its cognitive and spiritual issues in light of accelerating changes and growing challenges.

It is worth mentioning that the 47th Islamic Book Fair, organized by the Social Reform Society at its headquarters in the Rawda area under the slogan "Towards Civilizational Awareness" with the generous patronage of the Minister of Information and Culture and Minister of State for Youth Affairs Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, opened its doors from April 21st to May 3rd, 2025, with the participation of more than 120 entities and publishing houses, including international participations from the Gulf countries, the Levant, Jordan, Egypt, Iraq, Turkey, and the Arab Maghreb countries, in addition to publishing houses from European countries.