Eid sermons in Makkah and Madinah highlight unity, faith, and continued devotion after Ramadan
Saudi Arabia marked Eid al-Fitr with prayers and sermons at the Masjid al-Haram in Makkah and the Al-Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah, highlighting themes of unity, spiritual reflection, and social responsibility. The observances gathered large congregations of worshippers marking the first day of Shawwal 1447 AH.
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At the Grand Mosque in Makkah, Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, performed the Eid prayer alongside thousands of worshippers. The gathering reflected the significance of the occasion within the Islamic calendar and the central role of the Two Holy Mosques in global Muslim observance.
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In Madinah, Salah Al Budair, Imam of the Prophet’s Mosque, emphasised in his Eid sermon the importance of national security, unity, and social cohesion. He called on worshippers to remain vigilant against misinformation and discord, while underscoring the importance of honouring parents and maintaining family ties as part of the spirit of Eid.
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Separately, Bandar Balila, Imam of the Grand Mosque, highlighted that true joy for believers is rooted in spiritual fulfilment and closeness to God. He encouraged gratitude, repentance, and continued acts of worship following Ramadan, including the observance of fasting during the six days of Shawwal.
Meanwhile, Abdulmuhsin Al Qasim stressed that the acceptance of worship lies in sincerity and consistency beyond the month of Ramadan. He encouraged ongoing devotion through regular prayers, recitation of the Qur’an, and voluntary fasting as part of sustained spiritual discipline.
The sermons collectively reinforced key values of patience, forgiveness, humility, and community harmony, reflecting broader messages of unity and continuity of faith beyond Ramadan.
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