(MENAFN- Gulf Times) Pak Shamaa School and College (PSSC) recently organised a Qir'aat (recitation of Holy Qur'an) and Naat (poetry in praise of Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him) Competition. The annual competition was held to mark the birthday of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) at the school auditorium that was packed with students, parents, teachers, and members of the Pakistani expatriate community.
The programme that continued for about three hours also included recitation of naat by teachers and speeches made by young students, who beautifully highlighted different aspects of life and personality of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The event kicked off with a naat presentation, recited by the young girls in chorus.
In the Qir'aat competition, Talha Ubaid got first position, Ahmed Masood stood second and Farhan Ahmed clinched third position. In the Naat completion, Hiba bagged first position, while second position was shared by Sadia Saeed and Awais Wali. Hammad Ahmed got third position. The students were felicitated with cash prizes, certificates and trophies.
Before the competition, two students also delivered some short speeches, one in Urdu and the other in English. The speakers highlighted the teaching and practices of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
In Urdu speech, the student underlined kind and courteous behaviour of the Prophet. The student said that the life and moral practices of the Prophet are the best guide for the humanity in the life. In the English speech, the speaker said, 'Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is a great role model for the Muslims in every aspect of life. He implemented the teachings of Qur'an in his life. His practices and teachings are the only way to be successful in this life and hereafter.
In her welcome speech, Nabila Kaukab, PSSC Principal, said, 'I feel lucky to be part of this enlightening event. To have Hafiz Junaid Sial, Community Welfare Attachee at Pakistan Embassy, here is very encouraging for the students and teachers of the school. It is very good to be part of this event to revive our knowledge and love for the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). We also listen and learn from Qur'an. We are very lucky to have the Prophet as our guide and mentor.
Appreciating her Islamic Studies department teachers, she said, 'We have been carrying out special efforts to learn from each other about Islamic teachings and life of the Prophet.
Speaking on the occasion as the chief guest, Hafiz Junaid said, 'I thank the school management for inviting me to the event where we have learnt and revisited the life of our Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). I congratulate all the contestants for presenting beautiful recitation of Qur'an and naat. I saw how much the young students love the teachings of Islam and their Prophet (PBUH).
He added, 'I will urge all of you make your bond with Islam stronger. Life is a journey. It passes very quickly. Now a days, life is becoming more and more materialistic. We need to bring the teaching of Qur'an and Prophet (PBUH) into practice.
In the end, the school management felicitated the students for showing excellent results in the annual examination conducted by Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education, Islamabad.
The students who excelled in Grade-IX, included Sadia Saeed, first position in the school with 493 marks; Haider Naeem, second with 480; and Muhammad Saim Maqsood, third with 475.
The students who excelled in Grade-X, included, Javeria Saeed, first position in the school with 1021 marks; Baynita Khalid, second with 1006; and Anas Mustafa, third with 992.
The students who excelled in Grade-XI, included, Ammna Arshad, first position in the school with 413 marks; Osama Khalique, second with 388; and Imnia Tufail, third with 385.

Last updated: December 01 2018 11:25 PM

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