The Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque expands its digital services
The General Presidency for Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque announced today, Friday, that it has raised its operational and service readiness levels through a comprehensive package of religious, field, and technological services. This strategic step aims to ensure a comfortable and accessible worship environment for pilgrims, reflecting the wise leadership's commitment to providing the best possible care for visitors to the Holy Mosque.
A historical extension of serving the Two Holy Mosques
Historically, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has given great attention and care to the Two Holy Mosques since its founding. These extensive plans are part of a long history of continuous development at the Grand Mosque in Mecca and the Prophet's Mosque in Medina. In the modern era, these efforts align with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030, which prioritizes serving pilgrims and enriching their religious and cultural experience. Harnessing modern technology and developing the infrastructure of the Two Holy Mosques are extensions of this great historical legacy, as the Kingdom always strives to achieve the highest levels of tranquility and peace, while focusing on facilitating the performance of rituals according to sound Islamic principles.
Advanced digital and field services system
The relevant authorities explained that the upgraded services system is primarily based on enhancing the quality of the worship experience through the integration of guidance, technology, and on-site operations, thus meeting the needs of worshippers and pilgrims from various nationalities. As part of the comprehensive digital transformation, the Presidency expanded the interactive screens within the Grand Mosque to provide educational and guidance content supported by digital resources that clarify the rulings of the rituals and correct misconceptions in a modern and innovative manner.
The global dimensions of the efforts of the Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque
The impact of the services provided by the General Presidency for Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque extends far beyond the local level, encompassing broad regional and international dimensions. By providing translated educational materials and activating telephone fatwa channels in several international languages, these efforts contribute to conveying the pure message of Islam to millions of Muslims worldwide. Furthermore, the translation aspect has been strengthened through the establishment of specialized teams to translate the Friday sermon into multiple languages and broadcast it via the “Manarat Al-Haramain” and “Bawabat Al-Qasid” platforms. This strategic approach aims to disseminate the moderate message of the Two Holy Mosques to all corners of the globe, reinforcing the Kingdom’s position as the beating heart of the Islamic world and a trusted religious authority.
Comprehensive educational and guidance programs
On the ground, the Presidency intensified its efforts in the circumambulation area (Mataf) and prayer areas by supporting crowd management and providing qualified guides to offer direct instruction to worshippers. It also continued implementing educational programs and religious lessons in the Prophet's Mosque, while activating fatwa centers within the Rawdah Al-Sharifah (the area between the Prophet's grave and his pulpit) and providing translated content to meet the needs of visitors. The Presidency noted that the women's sections play a pivotal role by offering educational and guidance programs within designated prayer areas, thus enhancing the worship experience for women and ensuring the comprehensiveness of the services provided.
The Presidency affirmed that employing technology in broadcasting sermons and lessons is a strategic pillar that contributes to expanding the reach of the Two Holy Mosques' scholarly content and providing a religious experience that transcends geographical boundaries. These integrated efforts are part of an ongoing development strategy aimed at enhancing the quality of religious services and achieving a comprehensive spiritual experience that meets the highest international standards in serving pilgrims.
