The Saudi Arabian media community was deeply saddened on Friday evening by the news of the passing of esteemed broadcaster Abdulkarim Al-Muqrin, one of the most prominent voices that resonated with listeners for many years on the airwaves of the Holy Quran Radio. He passed away after a distinguished career in religious media, leaving behind a rich legacy of beneficial programs that served the Muslim world.
The funeral prayer for the deceased is scheduled to take place today, Saturday, after the Asr prayer at Al-Rajhi Mosque in Riyadh, where he will be laid to rest in a ceremony expected to draw his loved ones, colleagues, and students, all praying for God's mercy upon him. Al-Muqrin passed away following a recent illness. He had undergone gallbladder surgery, but his condition deteriorated due to complications affecting his heart, lungs, and kidneys, ultimately leading to his death.
Abdulkarim Al-Muqrin is a prominent media figure who spent decades behind the microphone as a presenter and interviewer on Quran Radio. He is best known for presenting "Nur Ala Al-Darb" (Light on the Path), one of the oldest and most famous fatwa programs in the Islamic world, as well as the program "Fatawa" (Religious Rulings). Al-Muqrin's style was characterized by composure, calmness, and a remarkable ability to conduct dialogues with senior scholars and sheikhs, making his voice familiar and beloved by millions of listeners both inside and outside the Kingdom.
The late scholar's legacy holds particular significance given the pivotal role his "Noor Ala Al-Darb" program played in Saudi and Islamic culture. This program served, and continues to serve, as a bridge connecting the general public with senior scholars, allowing them to pose their questions and inquiries regarding Islamic law. Al-Muqrin played a crucial role in formulating and presenting these questions with a high level of professionalism, thereby contributing to the dissemination of Islamic knowledge and raising public awareness of matters pertaining to both their faith and worldly affairs.
The passing of Abdulkarim Al-Muqrin is not merely the loss of a distinguished broadcaster, but also the closing of a chapter in the history of Saudi media. He witnessed the evolution of Saudi radio, its golden age, and contributed to establishing the Holy Quran Radio as a trusted media platform. His melodious voice and measured words will forever remain in the memories of generations who grew up listening to these meaningful programs. May God have mercy on him and grant him paradise.
