Bombs Fell, Hunger Spread, but Faith Survived: 500 Palestinians Memorise the Quran in War-Hit Gaza
Amid war and destruction in Gaza, 500 Palestinian children, youth and women were honoured for memorising the Quran at Al-Shati refugee camp, showcasing faith and resilience.

In a powerful display of faith and resilience, 500 Palestinian children, youth and women in Gaza were honoured for memorising the Quran despite war, hunger and destruction. The emotional ceremony held at Al-Shati refugee camp has touched hearts worldwide.
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Faith Remains Strong in War-Torn Gaza
Even amid intense bombing, hunger, siege and destruction, the spirit of faith in Gaza continues to shine. A deeply moving video from Gaza has gone viral, showing how faith remains alive despite unimaginable hardship.
In these difficult circumstances, a special ceremony was organised at the Al-Shati refugee camp, where 500 Palestinian children, young people and women were honoured for completing the memorisation of the Holy Quran.
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Quran Memorised During the Harshest Conditions
The honoured participants are those who memorised the Quran during the ongoing devastating war, under extremely challenging conditions.
The event was organised by local religious and social organisations and attended by:
- Refugee camp residents
- Religious scholars and teachers
- Parents and families repeatedly displaced by war
Ceremony Marked by Prayers and Messages of Patience
During the programme:
- Verses from the Holy Quran were recited
- Collective prayers were offered
- Short speeches highlighted patience, steadfastness and the strength of faith
Speakers said that despite:
- Continuous airstrikes
- Severe shortages of electricity and clean water
- Lack of safe shelters
- Loss of loved ones
these children and women never broke their bond with the Quran.
Learning in Tents, Ruins and Candlelight
Participants shared that many children memorised the Quran:
- Inside tents and damaged homes
- In temporary shelters
- Sometimes by candlelight
- Sometimes relying only on memory
During the war, mosques, madrasas and educational institutions in Gaza were destroyed, but Quran education continued through volunteer efforts and family support.
Quran as a Symbol of Identity and Resistance
Religious scholars said that memorising the Quran during war is not just a personal achievement but a symbol of Palestinian identity, culture and resilience.
One speaker said:
“When our lives, future and identity are being erased, keeping the Quran alive in our hearts is the greatest victory.”
Parents Share Emotional Stories
Parents attending the ceremony said their children found comfort, strength and hope in the Quran during bombings and fear. They described the Holy Quran as a source of patience, courage and emotional support for their families.
Prayers for Peace and an End to the Siege
The ceremony concluded with special collective prayers for:
- Gaza’s martyrs
- The injured and displaced
- An end to the siege
- Restoration of peace
Organisers said similar programmes will continue to boost morale and send a clear message to the world that Gaza’s religious and spiritual life is still alive.
A Message from Gaza
When buildings turn to rubble, but the Quran remains alive in hearts, nations do not disappear—this is the message from Gaza.
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