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Arab Times
4 days ago
- Climate
- Arab Times
Kuwait Sets New Funeral Burial Timings Amid Rising Temperatures
KUWAIT CITY, May 26: In response to rising daytime temperatures and in accordance with Fatwa No. 128/A/2001 issued by the Ministry of Awqaf permitting nighttime burials, Kuwait Municipality has announced new official times for funeral burials. To ease the burden on grieving families and mourners, and to ensure comfort during funeral prayers and burials, the municipality has decided to allow burials at three designated times: 9:00 a.m., after Maghrib prayer, and after Isha prayer. This decision also comes with a commitment to provide proper lighting in cemeteries to facilitate nighttime burials. The directive, effective immediately, instructs all cemetery officials to organize their operations accordingly and ensure all necessary arrangements are in place to serve the public interest. The announcement was made by Mishaal Fahd Al-Joudan Al-Azmi, Deputy Director General for Municipal Services Sector Affairs.
Khaberni
7 days ago
- Khaberni
15 backup buses accompany Jordanian pilgrims in case of emergency
Khaberni -The Minister of Awqaf, Islamic Affairs, and Holy Sites, Dr. Mohammad Al-Khalaileh, sponsored today, Saturday, a farewell ceremony for a convoy of Jordanian pilgrims from the Giza Pilgrims City, south of the capital, to the holy lands. The number of Jordanian pilgrims for the current season is 8,000 pilgrims, in addition to 4,500 pilgrims from the 1948 Muslims, accompanied by a mission for guidance and care, including guides, administrators, a medical and media staff. Al-Khalaileh, in the presence of the acting Saudi embassy in the Kingdom, Mohammad Moanes, stated that the ministry annually holds an honoring ceremony to bid farewell and dispatch the pilgrims, emphasizing the commitment to implementing the royal directives to facilitate Jordanian pilgrims' performance of their rituals, and to provide them with the best services, according to a comprehensive plan prepared by the ministry to organize transport, accommodation, and sustenance procedures, with the highest quality standards, from the departure of the pilgrims from the kingdom until their return. The Minister of Awqaf advised the pilgrims to be the best ambassadors for their Hashemite Arab country, to fear God, and to be patient and altruistic in facing the hardships of the Hajj journey, while complying with the systems and instructions of the administrative and guidance mission, and the official Saudi authorities organizing Hajj. Within the next two days, the Ministry of Awqaf, in coordination with the relevant authorities, will complete the deployment of all land pilgrims through Al-Madoura borders towards Medina, and then to Mecca, by modern buses that are no older than 10 years for European origin, and 5 years for non-European, where they are inspected at three stations (Ma'an, Al-Madoura, and Tayma) to ensure their technical readiness by technicians from the Central Traffic Management. Also accompanying the pilgrim convoys are 15 backup buses in case of any emergency. The ceremony was attended by His Eminence the Chief Islamic Judge Abdul Hafiz Rabtah, Deputies Suleiman Al-Zaben and Habis Al-Fayez, Giza District Commissioner Mahmoud Brizat, Mayor of Giza Qadr Al-Fayez, General Manager of Hajj and Umrah Engineer Majdi Al-Batoush, Assistant Secretary-General of the Ministry of Awqaf for Advocacy and Guidance Affairs / Director of Preaching and Guidance Dr. Ismail Al-Khutaba, and the Director of Awqaf Amman Third Dr. Abdul Salam Al-Bzai'ah.
CairoScene
13-05-2025
- Politics
- CairoScene
Egypt Passes Law Giving Al-Azhar Final Say on Contradicting Fatwa
The legislation affirms Al-Azhar as the ultimate authority for official fatwas in Egypt, ending a long-standing jurisdictional dispute. May 13, 2025 The House of Representatives has passed new legislation regulating the issuance of fatwas, formally granting Al-Azhar the final authority over any contradicting official religious edicts. The law marks the conclusion of an extended dispute between Al-Azhar and the Ministry of Awqaf over religious jurisdiction. According to Parliament's statement, the law also intends to streamline the fatwa process and ensure consistency in religious messaging. It is part of wider efforts by the Egyptian government to regulate religious discourse and uphold what officials describe as moderate, unified interpretations of Islam. No specific penalties were outlined for unauthorised fatwas under the legislation, but future regulations are expected to clarify enforcement mechanisms. The law now awaits ratification by President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi.
Jordan News
30-04-2025
- Politics
- Jordan News
Prime Minister: Jordan's identity is one of moderation and tolerance - Jordan News
Prime Minister Jafar Hassan said on Tuesday that, under the Hashemite leadership, Jordan's identity is one of moderation and tolerance. He praised the "crucial" role of the Ministry of Awqaf, Affairs and Islamic Holy Sites in promoting and upholding the values of tolerance and moderation, which reject extremism and exclusion. اضافة اعلان At the Ministry of Awqaf, Affairs and Islamic Holy Sites, Hassan discussed the importance of instilling values of tolerance in future generations, encouraging a strong belief in God, love for the country and respect for others. He urged that tolerance and moderation should manifest in constructive actions based on faith, loyalty to the king and a commitment to Jordan. Hassan praised the Ministry's efforts in the care of mosques, Quran memorisation centres and the promotion of social protection. He reaffirmed Jordan's commitment to protecting Al-Aqsa Mosque and the surrounding areas, reinforcing the Hashemite guardianship as a vital force in countering Israeli extremism and attempts to alter the city's Arab Islamic and Christian identity. He commended the work of the Jerusalem Endowments Department and its service to the Al-Aqsa Mosque, noting that these efforts contribute to preserving the identity of Islamic Jerusalem and supporting the steadfastness of the Palestinian people. Regarding the upcoming Hajj season, the Prime Minister reviewed the Ministry's preparations, urging providing comfort and safety for pilgrims throughout their journey. He called for a rapid response from the accompanying administrative and medical teams and emphasised the importance of an effective communication system, including a hotline for Jordanian pilgrims in need of assistance. In discussing charity, Hassan said Jordan as a model of unity, noting the potential for charitable initiatives to benefit the elderly, orphans and the establishment of educational, health and social services. He emphasised the significance of the comprehensive modernisation project, aimed at enhancing the country's economic, political, administrative and social foundations. He called for collaboration among government institutions, the private sector and civil society to achieve the project's objectives, asserting that shared commitment is essential for its success. Minister of Awqaf, Affairs and Islamic Holy Sites, Muhammad Khalayleh, announced that the promotion of Jordanian pilgrims to the Holy Land will begin on May 23. He expressed the ministry's dedication to providing comprehensive care and guidance to pilgrims, ensuring a smooth and fulfilling experience. Khalayleh outlined the Ministry's efforts in advocacy through strengthened preaching programmes, the rehabilitation of religious leaders and the establishment of Quranic recitation centres. He emphasised the ministry's role in promoting an Islamic discourse that embodies tolerance and justice, while preserving the nation's stability and security. He described the developmental and economic initiatives of the Ministry, including endowment fund investments, financial assistance programmes for needy families and efforts to build housing units for the underprivileged. Petra
Egypt Today
22-04-2025
- Politics
- Egypt Today
Sisi praises military academy's role in preparing a new generation of imams
President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi CAIRO - 22 April 2025: President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi attended the graduation ceremony of the second training course for imams of the Ministry of Awqaf from the Egyptian Military Academy today at the Al-Manara International Conference Center. The official spokesperson for the Presidency stated that the graduation and qualification of this new batch of imams, comprising 550 individuals who underwent a 24-week training period, comes within the framework of President El-Sisi's directives to the Ministry of Awqaf, in coordination with relevant state institutions, including the Egyptian Military Academy, to develop a comprehensive training program. This program aims to enhance the capabilities of imams at various levels, contributing to the advancement of religious discourse and the development of communication mechanisms, particularly in combating and refuting extremist ideology, as well as reinforcing awareness, knowledge, and understanding of various intellectual issues and current challenges. Ambassador Mohamed El-Shenawy, the official spokesperson, added that the ceremony included a documentary film titled "Course Success Report," followed by a presentation of the imams' group research on the encyclopedic knowledge of a scholar and preacher and its impact on their duties (with Imam Jalal al-Din al-Suyuti as a model). The graduation results were announced, and the graduates took the oath of allegiance, a newly established oath for imams and preachers, administered by Dr. Ahmed Nabawi, a member of the technical office of the Minister of Awqaf. The event also featured a poetry recital by a graduate and a religious chant. Lieutenant General Ashraf Zaher, Director of the Egyptian Military Academy, and Dr. Osama al-Azhari, Minister of Awqaf, delivered speeches highlighting the importance of integration and cooperation among relevant state bodies to implement the political leadership's vision in preparing a new generation of imams who combine in-depth knowledge of religious sciences with mastery of modern communication tools, thereby enhancing their role in spreading moderate thought and consolidating national values. President El-Sisi delivered a speech on this occasion, the text of which follows: In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful, My graduating imams, esteemed guests, Today, we celebrate the graduation of a new cohort of imams who will bear the responsibility of the word, spread the light of guidance, and consolidate the values of mercy, tolerance, and awareness. I had directed the Ministry of Awqaf, in cooperation with national state institutions, foremost among them the Egyptian Military Academy, to develop a comprehensive training program concerned with refining the scientific, cultural, and behavioral skills of imams. This aims to elevate the level of preaching performance and enhance communication tools with society, so that the imam is a beacon of awareness, eloquent in expression, proficient in persuasion, honest in transmission, and present with keen awareness and deep understanding of various intellectual issues and current challenges, while preserving constants. Today, we stand before the fruits of this constructive cooperation, seeing this bright elite of imams who have received quality preparation that blends the established principles of religious sciences with modern communication tools, armed with a خالص national vision, loyalty to God and then to the nation, and conscious awareness of the challenges and changes of the era, while preserving constants. Esteemed guests… my imams… In an era where the need for enlightened religious discourse, sound thought, and responsible speech is increasing, your position as bearers of the banner of this upright approach becomes evident. We realized from the very first moment that the renewal of religious discourse can only be achieved by enlightened preachers, rich in knowledge, broad in horizons, aware of the challenges, honest in their faith and patriotism, and capable of providing practical solutions to people that heal their problems and address their challenges, in a way that achieves the purposes of religion and preserves its ancient constants. The task of renewing religious discourse is not limited to correcting misconceptions but extends to presenting the bright and true image of the true religion, as manifested in the life of the Messenger of Allah, peace be upon him, as conveyed by the honorable companions, and as its landmarks were established by the guiding imams throughout the ages. Today, as you graduate and take your first steps on this noble path, the greatest thing we expect from you is to uphold the covenant with God and then with your nation to be advocates for good, spreaders of mercy, and ambassadors of peace to the entire world. Egypt, with its ancient history, distinguished scholars, and established institutions, has been and will remain a beacon of enlightened moderate Islam, which values humanity, honors reason, respects diversity, and establishes the meanings of justice and mercy. What we witness today confirms the steady and determined progress of the Egyptian state in its national project to build the Egyptian person in an integrated manner, taking into account the mind and the conscience, and making religion a pillar of advancement and progress, within the values of belonging, moderation, and wisdom. In conclusion… I salute every mind, thought, and hand that contributed to the completion of this great work, from the Ministry of Awqaf, from the Egyptian Military Academy, and from every national institution that believed that building the human being is building the nation, immunizing a future generation, and paving the way for a brighter future. May God grant you all success, bless your efforts, and always make us in the service of truth, goodness, and humanity. Peace, mercy, and blessings of Allah be upon you. After concluding his written speech, President El-Sisi directed several messages embodying the state's vision in preparing a balanced and responsible individual, capable of contributing positively to society. He pointed to the importance of emulating Imam al-Suyuti as a role model, who made an exceptional contribution by authoring 1164 books during his lifetime. President El-Sisi affirmed that words alone are not enough to make an impact on society but must be translated into positive and effective actions that form a followed and implemented path. He cited the example of using mosques, in addition to being places of worship, to provide educational services to students. He also stressed the necessity of treating neighbors well, paying attention to the upbringing of children, and keeping pace with development without compromising constants. President El-Sisi concluded his speech by emphasizing the importance of preserving the Arabic language and the role of preachers in being guardians of freedom, reflecting a comprehensive vision of societal development. His Excellency emphasized that the course the imams received at the Egyptian Military Academy was prepared by specialized scholars in psychology, sociology, media, and all relevant fields. Finally, President El-Sisi reiterated his condolences on the passing of Pope Francis, Pope of the Vatican, affirming that humanity has lost a great figure with his death.
