Ramadan: 70 Saudi imams to lead prayers in 35 countries

Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance, Abdullatif Al-Asheikh has approved the delegation of 70 imams to lead Taraweeh (after Isha) and Tahajud (late night) prayers in 35 countries during the holy month of Ramadan. It has been the custom of the ministry to send imams to other countries during Ramadan to lead […]

Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Islamic Affairs, Call and Guidance, Abdullatif Al-Asheikh has approved the delegation of 70 imams to lead Taraweeh (after Isha) and Tahajud (late night) prayers in 35 countries during the holy month of Ramadan. It has been the custom of the ministry to send imams to other countries during Ramadan to lead prayers and enlighten Muslims about their religion. The minister said this was part of the Kingdom’s message to care for and support Muslims everywhere. He said the imams would explain the true tenets of Islam to the Muslims and further enlighten them about the moderate approach of the faith in all matters.

“The imams have been picked up from the Shariah colleges. They are all well versed in the religion and have memorized the Qur’an,” he said, adding that “These young imams are good preachers who can clearly explain Islam to Muslims.”

Al-Asheikh said mosques are usually filled with worshippers during Ramadan so it is a valuable opportunity for the imams to invest their time in providing them with guidance and enlightenment.

The minister met on Monday with the imams and asked them to be good ambassadors for the Kingdom. The ministry held a workshop for them to further enlighten them about the best means and methods of propagating Islam abroad.

Al-Asheikh also met on Sunday with senior officials and discussed the ministry’s assignments during Ramadan as well as the Haj and Umrah seasons.