A specialized awareness program explains Hajj rulings and highlights the Kingdom's efforts in serving pilgrims.

The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance, represented by its branch in the Jazan region, implemented a specialized religious program yesterday evening, Saturday, 29 Dhul Qa’dah 1447 AH, coinciding with the approaching entry of the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah. This was part of its seasonal programs aimed at spreading religious awareness, educating the community on the rulings of Hajj, and highlighting the great efforts made by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in serving the guests of God.

The program was held in 16 governorates, in addition to the city of Jizan, with the participation of 31 preachers from the branch’s official and cooperating preachers. It included a number of speeches, lectures, and religious lessons covering two main themes.

The first theme focused on explaining the rulings of Hajj, clarifying its pillars, obligations, and prohibitions, along with discussing the virtues of the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah, the importance of seizing them with acts of obedience, the virtue of fasting on the Day of Arafah for those not performing Hajj, and the rulings of the Day of Sacrifice and sacrificial animals. It also encouraged increasing remembrance of God, reading the Quran, and performing righteous deeds during these blessed days.

The second theme addressed highlighting the efforts of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in serving pilgrims and Umrah performers, and the projects and facilities provided by the wise leadership—may God support them—that have contributed to facilitating the performance of rituals with ease and reassurance. These include expansions in the Two Holy Mosques, development of the holy sites, construction of the Mashaer Train, and the integrated services provided to the guests of God.

The program also reviewed the efforts of the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance in serving pilgrims, through preparing mosques in the holy sites, miqats (designated points for entering the state of Ihram), and roadside mosques, in addition to employing modern technologies in awareness and guidance via applications and digital services that facilitate access to fatwas and religious information related to the rituals. Among these are the “Rushd” application, three-dimensional virtual education, and the “Correct Citation” application.

This program is implemented as part of the seasonal religious and awareness programs carried out by the ministry’s branch in the Jazan region, aiming to spread religious awareness, enhance Islamic values, explain the virtue of the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah, and introduce the great efforts exerted by the Kingdom in serving the guests of God.

Two Holy Mosques

The “Two Holy Mosques” refers to the Masjid al-Haram in Mecca and the Al-Masjid an-Nabawi in Medina, the two holiest sites in Islam. The Grand Mosque in Mecca surrounds the Kaaba, the direction of prayer for Muslims worldwide, and has been expanded significantly over centuries since the time of Prophet Abraham. The Prophet’s Mosque in Medina, built originally by the Prophet Muhammad himself in 622 CE, houses his tomb and has undergone numerous expansions, most notably by the Saudi government in modern times.

Mashaer Train

The Mashaer Train is a dedicated railway service in Saudi Arabia designed to transport pilgrims between the holy sites of Mina, Arafat, and Muzdalifah during the Hajj pilgrimage. Launched in 2010, it was built to alleviate severe traffic congestion and improve safety, capable of moving over 500,000 passengers in a single day. The train represents a modern solution to the logistical challenges of one of the world’s largest annual gatherings.

Rushd application

The Rushd application is a digital platform designed

Two Holy Mosques

The term “Two Holy Mosques” refers to the Masjid al-Haram in Mecca and the Prophet’s Mosque in Medina, the two holiest sites in Islam. Masjid al-Haram surrounds the Kaaba, the direction of prayer for Muslims, while the Prophet’s Mosque was built by the Islamic prophet Muhammad in Medina and contains his tomb. Together, they are central to Islamic pilgrimage and history, with millions of Muslims visiting annually for Hajj and Umrah.

Mashaer Train

The Mashaer Train is a specialized railway service in Saudi Arabia that transports pilgrims between the holy sites of Mina, Muzdalifah, and Arafat during the Hajj pilgrimage. It was inaugurated in 2010 to alleviate traffic congestion and improve safety, capable of carrying up to 72,000 passengers per hour. The train represents a modern solution to the logistical challenges of hosting millions of pilgrims annually.

Rushd application

Rushd is an Arabic-language educational technology application designed to provide interactive learning resources for students, particularly in subjects like science, mathematics, and languages. Launched in 2019 by Saudi entrepreneur Nayef Al-Mutawa, the app aims to modernize education in the Arab world by offering engaging content aligned with school curricula. It quickly gained popularity across the Middle East and North Africa, reflecting a growing shift toward digital learning in the region.