Uzbekistan Announces Grand Celebration for Imam Tirmidhi’s 1200th Anniversary
Tashkent, The Gulf Observer: A presidential resolution has been issued to mark the grand celebration of the 1200th anniversary of Imam Tirmidhi’s birth. According to the resolution, this significant milestone will be widely celebrated in October 2024, honoring the legacy of the renowned Islamic scholar.
The resolution outlines a comprehensive program to ensure a high-level celebration, including the preparation and publication of a multi-volume academic translation and commentary of Imam Tirmidhi’s works, “Ash-Shama’il al-Muhammadiyya” and “Sunan Tirmidhi.” These works will be presented based on the Maturidi doctrine and the Hanafi interpretation, reflecting the deep-rooted Islamic traditions.
One of the key highlights of the celebration will be the organization of an international scientific-practical conference in Tashkent in October 2024, under the theme “Islam – A Religion of Peace and Goodness.” In addition, a related international scientific-practical conference will be held in Termez, focusing on “The Role of Imam Tirmidhi’s Scientific Legacy in Islamic Civilization.”
In the lead-up to these events, a national scientific-practical conference on “The Scientific and Spiritual Heritage of Termez Scholars: Past and Present” will take place at Termez State University and the International Islamic Academy of Uzbekistan in September-October 2024. This conference will be accompanied by a competition for scientific articles that delve into Imam Tirmidhi’s life and scholarly contributions.
Furthermore, the Muslim Board of Uzbekistan is encouraged to organize a competition titled “Hadith Expert on Imam Tirmidhi’s Works” among imams and students of religious educational institutions. The winners of this competition will receive appropriate recognition and rewards.
This grand celebration aims to commemorate and propagate the rich scholarly and spiritual heritage of Imam Tirmidhi, reinforcing his enduring influence on Islamic civilization.
