Modernizing Al-Haram Mosque for Millions
Saudi Arabia’s ambitious expansions transform Al-Haram into a vast, modern sanctuary for millions of pilgrims.
Thousands Unite in Daily Devotion: The Sacred Rhythm of Prayers at Al-Haram Mosque
At the heart of Islam stands the Al-Haram Mosque, a sanctuary where thousands gather daily in a profound expression of faith and unity. This sacred site, encompassing the Kaaba, is the focal point for Muslim prayers worldwide, where five daily prayers—Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, and Isha—are performed in unison. These moments transcend ritual; they create…
Hajj 2024 Registration Opens for Saudi Residents!
Calling all Saudi citizens and residents! The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has opened registration for the 2024 Hajj pilgrimage.
Pakistani Hajj Pilgrims Get Exciting News: Training & Biometrics Soon!
Great news for Pakistani Hajj pilgrims! Training and biometric verification schedule will be announced next week, according to Religious Affairs Minister Aneeq Ahmed.
Turkish Diplomats Impressed by Hira Cultural District in Makkah
Turkish Consul General in Jeddah, Mustafa Unal, and Turkey’s Permanent Representative to the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, Mehmet Metin Eker, visited the Hira Cultural District in Makkah, according to the Saudi Press Agency on Tuesday.
4 million Umrah visas issued in 5 months: Ministry
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah in Saudi Arabia has announced that since the start of this year’s Umrah season, 4 million visas have been issued to pilgrims from all over the world.
Beard in Islam
Beard. Somewhere it is perceived as an element of fashion, an indicator of the brutality of its wearer, and somewhere – as slovenliness and an indicator of bad taste. But for almost every traditional culture, a beard signified belonging to a male identity. A boy with a beard began to be perceived as a man,…
Why don’t Muslim men wear gold?
Many believe that Muslims have a lot of strict rules and prohibitions. They are not allowed to eat pork, drink alcohol, or even wear gold. For those who are just getting acquainted with religion, it is necessary to remember that all Sharia prohibitions are created for the benefit of man. If you start to disassemble…
Muslim attitude towards neighbors
Our religion obliges all Muslims to have a kind and respectful attitude towards all the creatures of Allah. The rules of this relationship are based on the Holy Qur’an and Sunnah. For a more in-depth study of the rules of behavior of a Muslim, there is a science – Ahlyak (ethics). Islamic ethics is the…
Saudi Arabia allows women to perform Hajj unaccompanied by men!
For the first time, women in Saudi Arabia will be able to apply for a hajj (pilgrimage to the shrines of Islam in Mecca and Medina) without being accompanied by a mahram – a close relative – a man with whom a Muslim woman, according to the norms of the Koran, can remain alone or…