Announcement of the schedule of imams of the Two Holy Mosques until the first of Dhu al-Qi'dah
Details of the announcement of the schedule of imams of the Two Holy Mosques
The General Presidency for Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque in Mecca and the Prophet's Mosque in Medina has officially announced the schedule of imams leading prayers at the Two Holy Mosques, covering the period from Sunday, the 24th of Shawwal, to Saturday, the 1st of Dhu al-Qi'dah. This strategic step is part of the ongoing and dedicated efforts of the wise leadership to organize the performance of the five daily prayers and facilitate their observance for all worshippers, visitors, and pilgrims from around the world, ensuring that worship is conducted in a spiritually uplifting and tranquil atmosphere.
Schedule of Imams of the Grand Mosque in Mecca
Regarding the Grand Mosque in Mecca, the Presidency clarified the precise arrangements for leading the prayers. His Eminence Sheikh Professor Dr. Yasser bin Rashid Al-Dosari will lead the Fajr prayer, beginning the day for Muslims with his reverent recitations that resonate throughout the Islamic world. His Eminence Sheikh Badr bin Mohammed Al-Turki will lead the Dhuhr and Maghrib prayers. As for the Asr and Isha prayers, His Eminence Sheikh Dr. Al-Waleed bin Khalid Al-Shamsan has been appointed to lead the prayers, ensuring a spiritual diversity that enriches the experience of those visiting the Holy Mosque.
Order of Imams in the Prophet's Mosque
In the city of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him), the Presidency announced the prayer schedule for the Prophet's Mosque. Sheikh Saleh bin Awad Al-Maghamsi will lead the Fajr prayer, while Sheikh Professor Dr. Muhammad bin Ahmed Barhaji will lead the Dhuhr prayer. Sheikh Dr. Ali bin Abdul Rahman Al-Hudhaifi, one of the oldest and most renowned reciters in the Islamic world, will lead the Asr prayer. Sheikh Dr. Abdul Bari bin Awad Al-Thubaiti will lead the Maghrib prayer, and the day's schedule will conclude with Sheikh Dr. Abdullah bin Abdul Rahman Al-Buaijan leading the Isha prayer.
The historical context and great importance of organizing the affairs of the Two Holy Mosques
Historically, the Two Holy Mosques have received exceptional care from the Saudi state since the reign of King Abdulaziz Al Saud – may God have mercy on him – up to the present prosperous era. This care was recently crowned by the establishment of the “Presidency of Religious Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque” as an independent body directly linked to the King, dedicated entirely to religious, scholarly, guidance, and counseling affairs. This institutional structure reflects the keenness to provide the highest quality religious services and to select a distinguished group of scholars and experts to lead the prayers, thus showcasing the Kingdom’s bright, civilized, and Islamic image.
Local, regional and international impact
The announcement of the schedule of imams of the Two Holy Mosques has an impact far beyond the local sphere within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, extending to broad regional and international dimensions. The Two Holy Mosques are the focus of the hearts of more than 1.5 billion Muslims worldwide. Live streaming platforms, such as the “Manarat Al-Haramain” platform, along with television and radio channels, play a pivotal role in broadcasting these prayers live to every continent. The connection of Muslims to the voices of the imams of the Two Holy Mosques strengthens the spiritual unity of the Muslim Ummah and highlights the Kingdom’s message of moderation and tolerance emanating from the holiest places on earth.
