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“Masha’er Wa Shaa’er” on Al Quran Al Kareem Radio
21 May 2017Al Quraan Al Kareem FM, an affiliate of Abu Dhabi Radio Network, announced its Ramadan cycle under the slogan “Ramadan Masha’er wa Shaa’er” (Arabic for "Ramadan: feelings and rituals"), including many live and recorded programs, as well as special recitations, so that Al Quran Al Kareem FM can accompany listeners at all times during the holy month.
The shows of the new Al Quran Al Kareem cycle have been selected in accordance with Abu Dhabi Media’s strategy to provide content that contributes to knowledge development and bring shows that suit the atmosphere of the holy month and call for moderation in thought, highlighting the image of our true religion and its vital role in human civilization. In addition the cycle shows promote Ramadan values and the spirit of tolerance.
The Radio focuses through this Ramadan cycle to focus on the Holy Quran, as it devoted extended air time for Quran shows throughout the broadcasting hours and allocated special spaces for the recitation of Koran, which will complete a "Daily khetma" (recitation of the whole Quran) under the title "Al Furqan Aa’zamu Bayan" (Arabic for: Quran, the Greatest Words), which airs immediately after Al Fajr athan. There will also be a new segment titled “Al Nour Al Mubeen Lilthikr Al Hakeem”. "The clarifying light of the Holy Quran”" with recitations by famous reciters at 10:00 am. The radio also allocated a period of time to broadcast the translated Quran in English to non-Arabic-speaking Muslim communities, which broadcasts at 11:00 pm. This year, the radio will broadcast a special show for younger ages, which provides an educational journey in Quran recitation at 4:30 pm, it follows a unique method to teach the correct pronunciation and articulation of Quran verses, especially for youth who are willing and interested to learn recitation of the Holy Quran. In addition, the show will provide interpretation of Suras and Quraan vocabulary and the most important rules of “Tajweed”.
Live daily shows
Al Quran Al Kareem FM is working on verifying its religious content, focusing on the renewal and development of this content, especially the live shows starting with "Sabah Al-Zakrin" program, which continues during the month of Ramadan with its various segments aimed at promoting human, religious, social and ethical values, both public and personal, and correcting certain erroneous behaviors prevalent among fasting people, and encouraging adherence to what is stated in the Qur'aan and Sunnah. The show will include fixed segments such as “Traffic Report”, “Weather forecast”, “Women Jurisprudence” and "Your Food in Ramadan". Presented by Hilal Khalifa, Hamad Ali, Sabah Ahmad and Abdullah Al Zarouni, will be broadcast daily except for Friday and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Listeners of the Al Quran Al Kareem FM are in for the Ramadan contest "Min Sabag Labag" (equivalent of “The early bird gets the worm”) which focuses on the popular heritage and UAE slang vocabulary as well as the general Islamic and Arab cultures. The show will be aired at 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Saturdays, Mondays and Wednesdays. It is prepared by Fatima Al Balushi and presented by Mohammed Al Housani.
Waseem Youssef will come back to listeners in his live show “Al Qawl Al Fasl” (The Final Word). Which clarifies what is right and wrong in many issues related to family, society, morals, public behavior and the home country, in order to strengthen the human, religious, moral and social values instilled in the UAE society. The show airs on Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
The show “Yastaftounak” (“Asking for Fatwas”) continues to its daily live broadcast to the public and answers their questions about sharia and jurisprudence through a selection of scholars and jurists from the General Authority for Islamic Affairs and Endowments.
The show presents issues with ease, simplicity and moderation through the authentic rules of Islam. It will be aired from Sunday to Thursday 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Weekly live shows
Al Quran Al Kareem Ramadan cycle includes a series of weekly live shows, including the "Fi Rehab Ramadan" (In the Garden of Ramadan) which broadcasts from 2:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. It covers the most important facts and events that have formed decisive turning points in the course of the Muslim nation. In addition to the most important events which became part of the Islamic history during the holy month.
On Sunday, the show "Ramadaniyat" (From Ramadan) will broadcast from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. It highlights the activities of religious, charitable and humanitarian organizations in support of their efforts and stresses their role in serving the society.
On Monday from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00p.m., “A Nutritious Outlook” will cover all the details and information on food and nutrition for safe healthy food every day. It also provides advice and guidance for healthy nutrition for community members during the month of fasting. The show is prepared and presented by the food and nutrition expert, Nada Zuhair.
On Tuesday, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., listeners can follow "Make a wish" show, which seeks to fulfill wishes for patients suffering from serious diseases, through donations from listeners, in cooperation with the Make-a-Wish Foundation. The medical show "Medical Consultation" will be aired from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Wednesdays where it seeks to create a comprehensive health awareness about many chronic diseases suffered by the elderly and others. The show is prepared and presented by Dr. Farhana in cooperation with Imperial Medical Center.
The "With Uncle Hilal" show, which will be launched on Thursday from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. and it aims at developing children's religious awareness and instilling ethical values and principles of our tolerant religion, prepared and presented by Hilal Khalifa.
Recorded Shows
In addition to its live broadcast, Al Quran Al Kareem FM has put together a series of daily programs recorded on its schedule, including “Nasamat Eemaniyah” (Breezes of Faith), which offers a variety of lessons in Islamic jurisprudence which are of interest to fasters during the holy month, and sheds light on the rules and manners during fasting.
The show “Ahkam Min Wahat Al Siyam” (Provisions from the Oasis of Fasting) prepared and presented by preachers from the General Authority for Islamic Affairs and Endowments, to provide explanation of various jurisprudential issues related to fasting
Listeners can also listen to show "Interpretation of Koran Verses" by Sheikh preacher Mohammed Metwally Al-Shaarawi.
Prayer periods
Al Quran Al Kareem FM will be broadcasting special recitations, as well as a live transfer of the Al Ishaa and Taraweeh prayers from the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, as well as the daily lessons from guests of H.H. the President during the holy month of Ramadan after Taraweeh prayers.