His Excellency the President General of the Commission for the Promotion of Virtue and the Prevention of Vice, Sheikh Dr. Abdul Rahman bin Abdullah Al-Sanad, launched a comprehensive awareness program entitled “So That You May Attain Piety,” coinciding with the arrival of the blessed month of Ramadan. The program aims to strengthen faith-based values and educate the community about the virtues and rulings of fasting, utilizing the spiritual atmosphere of the holy month to reinforce the tolerant principles of Islam.
Historical background and the role of the Commission for the Promotion of Virtue and the Prevention of Vice
The Commission for the Promotion of Virtue and the Prevention of Vice is a long-established Saudi government agency, founded to be a cornerstone in implementing Islamic rituals and promoting moral values in society. Over the decades, the Commission's role has evolved to keep pace with the social and developmental changes taking place in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, particularly in light of Vision 2030. The Commission's strategies have undergone a notable shift from a focus on field enforcement to the adoption of modern awareness and guidance methodologies, relying on wisdom, good counsel, and the use of digital technologies to reach all segments of society. The "Perhaps You Will Attain Piety" program is a prime example of this contemporary approach.
Program details and strategic objectives
The program spans 36 days, from the first day of Ramadan until the sixth of Shawwal, and includes a comprehensive package of activities and events. During this period, more than 300 diverse educational materials will be disseminated across various digital platforms and media outlets. The program also includes the operation of five mobile exhibitions, the launch of 65 field awareness tours, the provision of 18 mobile prayer areas, and the deployment of 15 modern awareness platforms in public spaces. Dr. Al-Sanad explained that these efforts aim to promote the observance of religious rites during this blessed month, highlight its virtues, and guide Muslims on the best ways to utilize its days and nights in obedience to God.
Importance and expected impact
The program holds significant importance both locally and regionally. Locally, it contributes to strengthening social cohesion and religious awareness among community members, and presents a model for modern outreach that blends tradition and contemporary relevance. Regionally, these initiatives reflect the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's leading role as the heart of the Islamic world and its commitment to promoting the values of moderation and tolerance. The program is expected to have a positive impact on instilling the concept of piety, which is the ultimate purpose of fasting, as stated in the Quran: “O you who have believed, decreed upon you is fasting as it was decreed upon those before you that you may become righteous.” Thus, the program contributes to achieving the goals of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 related to building a vibrant society with deeply rooted values.
