Bahrain, through its long history, represented the most distinctive and civilized model in moderation and moderation, by adhering to the principles of the true Islamic religion and its historical Arab identity, and at the same time open to the values of pluralism, dialogue, coexistence and acceptance of the other, through many initiatives and projects that reflect this national approach and the constant basis in the culture and values of society.
There is no doubt that Abdullah bin Khaled College for Islamic Studies, whose new building was opened last week, represents an academic and intellectual edifice that carries the message of Bahrain to the world, its headline. Moderation, tolerance and respect for diversity.
Certainly, this leading college represents an extension of an ancient historical march in supporting the legal science and preserving the moderate Islamic identity, which made Bahrain a model for coexistence between cultures and sects, as it represents a link between the past and the present, between a firm scientific heritage and a future vision to build generations capable of combining depth in the legal sciences and understanding the requirements of the times.
The inauguration of the new building of the college, in the presence of a group of senior officials and scholars, represents a new confirmation of the state’s commitment to creating an advanced educational environment that keeps pace with technological development, and gives students and their professors a space for creativity and scientific research, and in its modern halls, rich library and its advanced laboratories, a conscious generation that carries in his heart the Holy Qur’an and the Prophet’s Sunnah, and in his mind the tools of critical understanding and dialogue Civilization.
I believe; The most prominent characteristic of the college is its mission in consolidating the climate of freedom and cultural pluralism, according to the principles of Islamic law, in a way that enhances the values of citizenship and belonging, and protect the unity of the national fabric, in this national edifice the student learns that Islam is a religion Fanaticism.
And throughout its relatively short history; Where it was established by royal decree in 2018, the college set a clear goal of preparing intellectual competencies capable of being a bridge between originality and contemporary, and to contribute to the formulation of a moderate Islamic discourse that protects society from extremism and extremism, and opens horizons for human cooperation. Today, with the graduation of three batches of its students, this goal is embodied in a young face that carries science and knowledge, and is preparing to present the Bahrain model to the world.
In conclusion; Abdullah bin Khaled College for Islamic Studies represents a civilized message from Bahrain to the world, the title that middle Islam is able to be a building force and peace, and that knowledge is the safe way to preserve identities and safeguard homelands.
