Turkish President Erdogan Recites Quran in Front of 333 Huffaz, Earns Praise from Indonesian Netizens
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has once again drawn attention from Indonesian Muslims. On Friday, April 24, 2026, Erdogan solemnly recited verses from the holy Quran in front of 333 huffaz (Quran memorizers) at the Buyuk Camlica Mosque in Istanbul. The recitation was part of the graduation ceremony for Quran memorizers who had completed their education at imam hatip schools and Quran courses.
Erdogan's action received a positive response from Indonesian netizens, as reported by RMOL on Monday evening, April 27, 2026. Several social media users expressed appreciation and hopes, such as the account @buyarlioz who wrote, "Masha ALLAH, if only I had a president like Mr. Erdogan," while the account @nurohmanhss commented, "If only the Indonesian president could recite like him."
Another netizen, @mukhsit29, added, "If Allah the Almighty permits Indonesia to have a leader like him, inshaallah Allah will pave the way for obtaining a leader with good morals who honors the common people, amen, O Lord." Meanwhile, the account @m_yanuardi stated, "As a Muslim, I long for an Indonesian leader who understands and practices the Quran." This response shows appreciation for a leadership figure who embodies religious values.
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