The General Presidency for Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque in Mecca and the Prophet's Mosque in Medina announced the appointment of the imams and preachers for the second Friday prayer of Ramadan, corresponding to the 10th of the holy month of Ramadan, 1447 AH. His Excellency the President of Religious Affairs, Sheikh Professor Dr. Abdul Rahman bin Abdul Aziz Al-Sudais, will deliver the sermon at the Grand Mosque in Mecca, while His Eminence Sheikh Dr. Abdullah bin Abdul Rahman Al-Buaijan will deliver the sermon at the Prophet's Mosque in Medina.
Spiritual and historical significance of Ramadan Friday
Friday prayers during Ramadan hold a special place in the hearts of Muslims worldwide, combining the virtue of Friday, the best day of the week, with the blessings of Ramadan, the month of the Quran and mercy. The second Friday of this holy month gains added significance as it falls within the first ten days, known as the Ten Days of Mercy. Millions of pilgrims, visitors, and worshippers flock to the Two Holy Mosques, the holiest places on earth, to participate in this congregational prayer, creating a magnificent display of faith that reflects the unity of the Muslim Ummah and its deep connection to its religion.
Scholarly figures on the pulpit of the Two Holy Mosques
The selection of preachers for the Two Holy Mosques is of paramount importance, given their religious and scholarly standing. Sheikh Abdul Rahman Al-Sudais is not only the imam and preacher of the Grand Mosque in Mecca for over four decades, but he is also a globally recognized Islamic figure and holds the position of head of religious affairs, making him responsible for conveying the moderate and balanced message of the Two Holy Mosques to the world. As for Sheikh Abdullah Al-Buaijan, he is a skilled reciter and accomplished scholar, widely respected for his impactful sermons delivered at the Prophet's Mosque in Medina.
The global impact of the message of the Two Holy Mosques
The impact of the Friday sermons from the Two Holy Mosques extends far beyond those present in the mosques themselves, reaching hundreds of millions of Muslims worldwide. Thanks to modern technology, the sermons are broadcast live via satellite channels and digital platforms, with simultaneous translation into dozens of languages. These sermons carry guiding and instructive messages for the Muslim community, addressing contemporary issues from a moderate Islamic perspective, thus promoting the values of tolerance, moderation, and peace, and underscoring the leading role of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in serving Islam and Muslims and disseminating its tolerant message.
Integrated organizational efforts
This announcement is part of a comprehensive plan overseen by the General Presidency for Religious Affairs, in cooperation with all government agencies operating in the Two Holy Mosques. These efforts aim to provide a safe and accessible environment for worshippers by managing crowd flow, providing guidance and awareness services, and ensuring the sermon's message reaches all worshippers clearly within the Two Holy Mosques and their courtyards. These meticulous arrangements reflect the wise leadership's commitment to providing the highest quality services to visitors of the Two Holy Mosques, befitting their great Islamic status.
