Blind pilgrim fulfills Hajj dream through Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Guests program
1 June 2025 14:24
Makkah (SPA)A blind Yemeni pilgrim and Imam of a mosque in Taiz, Sheikh Majid Al-Khudairi, expressed profound joy upon his arrival in Makkah to perform Hajj as the pilgrimage was facilitated by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques' Guests Program for Hajj, Umrah, and Visit, which is overseen by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance. The program is operated in accordance with the directives of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and under the direct supervision of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. Sheikh Al-Khudairi shared his journey, which began with a television interview where he voiced his aspiration to perform Hajj, leading to an immediate invitation to the program. "I never saw the Kaaba with my own eyes, but I felt its majesty touching my heart," he remarked. "My tears preceded my steps as I arrived at the two holy mosques. My feelings of faith overflowed within me as I sensed the sanctity of the place and the magnificence of the rituals."He extended his heartfelt gratitude to the Kingdom, its leadership, and its people for their dedicated efforts in serving Islam and Muslims."I am deeply grateful to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince for this great generosity and generous care."I never expected to be able to perform Hajj due to my health condition, but the Kingdom, with its wise leadership, opened the door of hope for me," he stated.
Al-Khudairi also lauded the comprehensive services provided by the ministry to the program's guests.
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