Studies on hafız and their evaluation

This study aims to examine the concept of "hafız" in its historical, religious, social and cultural contexts and to examine its current practices in detail. The Holy Quran has been memorized and preserved by the Companions since its revelation to the Prophet Muhammad and passed on to the next generations. This process is of great importance for the preservation and transmission of religious knowledge in Islamic society. The study consists of four chapters. The first part deals with the definition and importance of hafız and the historical development of memorization. After the Holy Quran was revealed chapter by chapter, Hz. The fact that Muhammad had the revelation scribes write it down and the companions continued the tradition of memorizing it during this period played an important role in the preservation of the Quran. This chapter describes in detail how hafız was valued and became a systematic educational process from the early years of Islam. The second part of the study examines "hafiz" education today and how it is carried out. The role of the "Presidency of Religious Affairs" in this field, the organization of Quran courses and the programs of hafız education are discussed in detail in this section. The third chapter deals with the social and cultural effects of hafız. The positive effects of hafız education on individuals and society are evaluated in terms of its religious, social and cultural dimensions. The final chapter aims to raise awareness on why and how this sacred duty should be supported by emphasizing the place and importance of hafız in Islamic society. Hafız has an important place not only for the preservation of the Holy Quran, but also for strengthening the moral and ethical values of the Islamic society. In this chapter, the need to support and encourage hafız education is put forward with its religious, social and cultural dimensions. This study comprehensively examines the historical, religious, social and cultural contexts of the concept of hafız and its current practices and emphasizes the importance of hafız education.