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Saudi Gazette
5 days ago
- Saudi Gazette
Nearly 2 million worshippers prayed in Rawdah at Prophet's Mosque during Hajj 1446
Saudi Gazette report MADINAH — The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque announced that 1,958,076 worshippers prayed in the Rawdah at the Prophet's Mosque in Madinah during the 1446 Hajj season. The figure includes both male and female visitors between Dhul Qa'dah 1 and Dhul Hijjah 29. Additionally, 3,447,799 pilgrims visited the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and his companions Abu Bakr Al-Siddiq and Umar ibn Al-Khattab (may Allah be pleased with them) during the same period. The authority emphasized that these numbers reflect the comprehensive services provided to ensure a smooth, peaceful, and spiritually enriching experience for visitors. It reaffirmed the Kingdom's commitment, under the leadership of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, to caring for the holy sites and continuously enhancing the experience of pilgrims and worshippers.
CairoScene
5 days ago
- Business
- CairoScene
New Initiative to Localise Silk Production for the Kaaba's Kiswa
A new Jazan-led initiative is replacing imported silk with locally farmed fibers for the sacred textiles of the Kaaba and Prophet's Chamber. A new initiative will localise the production of natural silk used in the Kiswa of the Holy Kaaba and the covering of the Prophet's Sacred Chamber. The project, led by the Jazan Mountains Development Authority in collaboration with the General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque, seeks to replace imported silk with locally cultivated alternatives. Under the plan, raw silk will be farmed and processed in Jazan and then delivered to the King Abdulaziz Complex for the Holy Kaaba Kiswa, adhering to specifications established during the initiative's feasibility study. The initiative is part of a broader push for sustainability and rural development. By cultivating silk, the project aims to create economic opportunities for farmers in mountainous areas, stimulate private investment, and enhance Saudi Arabia's natural textile output. The program has received formal approval from the General Authority and is expected to support national goals around economic diversification and local industry empowerment.
Barnama
5 days ago
- Barnama
Over 40 Million Worshippers Visit Prophet's Mosque During Hajj Season 1446h
MADINAH, July 18 (Bernama-SPA) -- A total of 40,103,344 worshippers have visited the Prophet's Mosque during Hajj season 1446H, according to the General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque. Accroding to Saudi Press Agency (SPA), the number of worshippers was recorded from Dhu Al-Qi'dah 1 to Dhu Al-Hijjah 29, reflecting achieving in the kingdom's ongoing efforts to facilitate visitor reception, enabling them to perform their rituals in a secure and tranquil environment. The authority emphasised its commitment to enhancing services within the Prophet's Mosque and its courtyards to meet the needs of worshippers and improve the overall religious experience for all visitors.
Barnama
26-06-2025
- General
- Barnama
Two Holy Mosques Authority Completes Replacement Of Holy Kaaba Kiswa
MAKKAH, June 26 (Bernama-SPA) -- The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque has completed the annual replacement of the Kiswa of the Holy Kaaba, continuing a tradition of care that spans over 100 years, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported. A specialised team of 154 Saudi professionals from the King Abdulaziz Complex for Holy Kaaba Kiswa carried out the replacement process. The team was strategically assigned to various sides and the roof of the Kaaba based on their areas of expertise. The process began with dismantling the old Kiswa and installing the new one, which was then secured at the corners and across the roof of the Kaaba. bootstrap slideshow The new Kiswa weighs approximately 1,415 kilograms (kg) and stands 14 metres high. It consists of four separate panels along with the door curtain (sitara). Each panel was individually raised and aligned over the previous one, with the new Kiswa being gradually lowered as the old one was removed. This process was repeated for all four sides. Once in place, the decorative band (hizam) was aligned and stitched along a straight line around the Kaaba. Next, the corners were sewn vertically from top to bottom to ensure a seamless and secure finish. The sitara, which requires precision and considerable time, was then installed. A cut was made in the black silk fabric to fit the curtain—measuring 3.30 metres wide and 6.35 metres long—and three openings were created beneath the fabric to insert the curtain. It was then sewn into the Kiswa from both the inside and outside to ensure proper placement. The making of the Kiswa consumed approximately 825kg of raw silk, dyed black at the complex, 120kg of gold-plated silver thread, 60kg of pure silver thread, and 410kg of raw cotton. -- BERNAMA-SPA
Leaders
25-06-2025
- General
- Leaders
Seven Luxurious Fabrics Used in Crafting Holy Kaaba's Kiswa
Seven Luxurious Fabrics Used in Crafting Holy Kaaba's Kiswa The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque employs the finest, highest-quality materials to produce the Kiswa of the Holy Kaaba—continuing a tradition of meticulous craftsmanship that spans over a century. The Authority highlights that seven distinct fabrics are supplied to the Kiswa Factory, including: Plain green silk (used behind the curtain) Patterned black silk Plain black silk Beige cotton (used as lining for the Kaaba cloth) Plain red silk White cotton fabric Patterned green silk (used for the inner lining of the Kaaba and the covering of the Prophet's Chamber) These carefully selected textiles reflect the sanctity and historical significance of the Kiswa's creation. Related Topics : Ministry of Hajj and Umrah Offers Multilingual Support to Pilgrims Indonesia Prepares for Record-Breaking Number of Hajj Pilgrims this Year Nusuk Platform Facilitates Tunisian Pilgrims Journey Islamic Arts Biennale 2025: Kaaba Kiswa to Debut outside Makkah Short link :
