Hawzah News Agency- The scientific visit, coordinated by the Islamic Culture and Relations Organization, aimed at enhancing academic interaction and familiarizing Tunisian scholars with Iran’s advanced digital infrastructure in the field of Islamic studies. During the tour, the delegation was introduced to the Noor Center’s diverse research platforms, AI-driven systems, and large-scale digitalization projects.
Hojatoleslam Hamed Moqiseh, a senior researcher at the Noor Center, welcomed the Tunisian delegation and highlighted the institution’s foundational philosophy of adopting a comprehensive and non-sectarian approach to Islamic heritage.
“From the outset, Noor has been built on an inclusive vision of Islamic legacy, avoiding sectarian bias and promoting scholarly neutrality,” Moqiseh said. “This methodology has enabled our products and databases to gain recognition among both Sunni and Shia scholars worldwide, positioning Noor as a leading international reference in the digitalization of Islamic resources.”
During the session, the delegation was introduced to the “Comprehensive Quranic Database,” a platform that incorporates hundreds of Qur’anic exegeses from various Islamic schools of thought, including major Sunni commentaries. Moqiseh stressed that the objective of the platform is to provide an academically balanced and scientifically rigorous environment for Quranic research.
“The expansion of such projects is aimed at strengthening synergy within the Islamic Ummah, not at reinforcing sectarian distinctions or monopolizing scholarship,” he emphasized.
A significant portion of the visit focused on Noor’s artificial intelligence division. The Tunisian scholars were briefed on an advanced AI-powered dialogue system designed to respond to users’ inquiries by directly referencing authoritative classical and contemporary tafsir sources.
According to Moqiseh, the smart system represents a major step toward integrating Islamic sciences with cutting-edge technologies. “This innovation plays a vital role in training a new generation of researchers across the Muslim world, equipping them with tools that combine traditional scholarship with modern data science,” he noted.
Members of the Tunisian delegation expressed admiration for the scope and precision of Noor’s research platforms, including NoorMags (Noormags), NoorLib, and Abr-e-Noor (Noor Cloud), which collectively host vast collections of journals, books, and digitized manuscripts. They called for institutional cooperation and the necessary licensing arrangements to facilitate academic access to these databases within Tunisian universities.
One of the Zaytuna professors described the experience as “remarkable,” noting in particular the extensive inclusion of Sunni exegeses in the Comprehensive Quranic Database. “It was surprising and deeply appreciated to see such a wide array of Sunni commentaries represented,” he said. “This clearly demonstrates that the Noor Center operates beyond sectarian boundaries and truly embodies the spirit of Islamic unity.”
He also expressed hope for Iran’s continued success in advancing artificial intelligence applications in religious scholarship.
In the concluding segment of the meeting, Moqiseh reaffirmed Noor’s commitment to expanding scientific engagement with academic institutions across the Muslim world. “We believe modern technologies are instruments of convergence, not cultural division,” he stated. “Any collaborative synergy with reputable institutions such as Zaytuna can elevate Islamic research to new international standards.”
At the end of the visit, the Tunisian guests commended the expertise and dedication of Noor’s specialists, describing the center as one of the most successful Islamic institutions in bridging religious sciences and advanced technology. They voiced optimism that the exchange would pave the way for joint research initiatives, academic programs, and long-term scholarly cooperation between Iran and Tunisia.
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