King Salman congratulates the nation on Eid al-Adha and affirms the honor of serving the Two Holy Mosques
With the arrival of Eid al-Adha, a great religious occasion for Muslims worldwide, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, may God protect him, sent a message of congratulations to the citizens of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the entire Muslim Ummah. This message comes in the context of celebrating this blessed ritual, which coincides with the Hajj pilgrimage, the fifth pillar of Islam, which draws millions of Muslims to the Holy Land.
In his message, King Salman extended his heartfelt congratulations to the noble Saudi people, wishing them and the entire Muslim world a blessed Eid filled with goodness, peace, and stability. King Salman said, “With the arrival of Eid al-Adha, we congratulate our people in this blessed land and our Muslim nation on this occasion, and we pray to God Almighty that it will be an Eid of goodness, peace, and stability for our nation and the entire world. May you all be well every year.” These words reflect the depth of spiritual and national bonds and underscore the Kingdom’s leading role in serving Islam and Muslims.
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques also took this opportunity to express his profound gratitude to God Almighty for honoring the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, its leadership, and its people with the service of the Two Holy Mosques and the care of the pilgrims to His Sacred House. His Majesty added, “We thank God Almighty for honoring us with the service of the Two Holy Mosques and the care of the pilgrims to His Sacred House, and we ask God to accept the pilgrims’ Hajj, their rituals, and their acts of worship.” This great honor is a fundamental pillar of the Kingdom’s identity and its historical role, as the wise leadership pays close attention to providing the utmost comfort and safety for the guests of God and continuously developing the infrastructure of the Holy Sites.
Historically, the title “Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques” dates back to the time of Saladin and has been revived in modern times to embody the pivotal role of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in protecting and caring for the holiest sites on Earth. This title is not merely a designation, but rather an expression of a profound commitment and a historical and religious responsibility towards Muslims everywhere. Since its founding, the Kingdom has placed serving the Two Holy Mosques and pilgrims performing Hajj and Umrah at the forefront of its priorities, investing enormous resources and tremendous efforts to ensure the performance of rituals with ease and tranquility.
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Eid al-Adha greetings carry profound significance that transcends mere traditional congratulations. Domestically, this message reinforces the spirit of national unity and religious belonging, reminding citizens of the noble Islamic values upon which Saudi society is founded. It also serves as an opportunity to reaffirm the close bond between the leadership and the people during these major religious occasions.
On the regional and international levels, the message underscores the Kingdom's position as the heart of the Islamic world and its spiritual guide. King Salman's call for peace and stability for the Muslim world and the entire globe reflects the Kingdom's vision of its role in promoting international security and peace, and its commitment to Islamic unity. Furthermore, the mention of serving pilgrims highlights the Kingdom's ongoing efforts to ensure a safe and accessible Hajj experience for millions of Muslims from around the world, thus reinforcing its image as a leading nation in serving humanity and Islam.
These efforts are embodied in the massive expansion projects of the Two Holy Mosques and the Holy Sites, and the development of logistical, health, and security services provided to pilgrims. These investments are not limited to infrastructure alone, but also include employing the latest technologies to serve the guests of God and training personnel to provide the best possible services. All these measures aim to enable Muslims to perform their spiritual duty with the utmost devotion and comfort, reflecting the Kingdom's unwavering commitment to this great trust.
