Expanding The Reach: Spreading Islam's Message In Multiple Languages

The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque is dedicated to disseminating the moderate message of Islam globally. This mission is accomplished through a variety of languages, reaching out to the Islamic world via the Manarat Al-Haramain platform. This platform plays a pivotal role in broadcasting sermons from the Grand Mosque, including those delivered on Fridays, during Istisqa (rain-seeking) prayers, eclipses, Arafah Day, and both Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Fitr celebrations.

One of the key services provided by the authority is the simultaneous translation of these sermons, religious lessons, and lectures into multiple languages. This ensures that the message reaches a wide audience, transcending linguistic barriers. Post-event, all sermons are saved and uploaded to the Manarat Al-Haramain platform with guaranteed audio quality for future access.

In addition to digital outreach, the authority extends its services to worshippers and visitors on-site at the Grand Mosque. Guidance is offered in over 50 languages, including but not limited to English, French, Malay, Persian, Urdu, Russian, Chinese, Hausa, Turkish, and Bengali. This multilingual support facilitates a more inclusive and accessible spiritual experience for international visitors.

The teams at the authority also play a crucial role in providing worshippers and visitors with essential information. This includes prayer times, details about lessons and lectures, as well as cultural and historical insights related to the Grand Mosque. To enhance this service, wireless headphones are distributed to those engaging in live broadcast services for sermons and lessons, ensuring clarity and comprehension regardless of one's native language.

This comprehensive approach adopted by the General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque underscores its commitment to spreading Islam's moderate message. By leveraging technology and offering multilingual support, it ensures that this message resonates across the Islamic world. The efforts made by the authority not only facilitate a deeper understanding of Islamic teachings but also promote a sense of unity among Muslims worldwide.

With inputs from SPA