{"id":5154,"date":"2025-05-30T17:25:48","date_gmt":"2025-05-30T17:25:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wnp.com.pk\/?p=5154"},"modified":"2025-05-30T17:25:48","modified_gmt":"2025-05-30T17:25:48","slug":"saudi-arabia-to-broadcast-arafat-sermon-in-35-languages-reaching-over-5-mln-globally","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thediplomat.com.pk\/index.php\/2025\/05\/30\/saudi-arabia-to-broadcast-arafat-sermon-in-35-languages-reaching-over-5-mln-globally\/","title":{"rendered":"Saudi Arabia to broadcast \u2018Arafat Sermon\u2019 in 35 languages, reaching over 5 mln globally"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>MAKKAH AL MUKARRAMAH, Friday, May 30, 2025 : The Presidency for Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet\u2019s Mosque has launched an ambitious global initiative to translate and broadcast this year\u2019s Arafat Sermon (1446 AH) in 35 languages, in a bid to reach over five million Muslims worldwide.<\/p>\n<p>Described as the largest enrichment package in the Presidency\u2019s history, the initiative seeks to enhance the spiritual experience of pilgrims and convey the sermon\u2019s message of moderation and balance to a global audience. The enrichment pathway will include real-time translations, digital streaming, and dissemination through various social media platforms.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-5160\" src=\"https:\/\/thediplomat.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-05-30-at-3.06.54-PM-687x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"954\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thediplomat.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-05-30-at-3.06.54-PM-687x1024.jpeg 687w, https:\/\/thediplomat.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-05-30-at-3.06.54-PM-201x300.jpeg 201w, https:\/\/thediplomat.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-05-30-at-3.06.54-PM-768x1144.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/thediplomat.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-05-30-at-3.06.54-PM-1031x1536.jpeg 1031w, https:\/\/thediplomat.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-05-30-at-3.06.54-PM-282x420.jpeg 282w, https:\/\/thediplomat.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-05-30-at-3.06.54-PM-150x223.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/thediplomat.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-05-30-at-3.06.54-PM-300x447.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thediplomat.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-05-30-at-3.06.54-PM-696x1037.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/thediplomat.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-05-30-at-3.06.54-PM-1068x1591.jpeg 1068w, https:\/\/thediplomat.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-05-30-at-3.06.54-PM.jpeg 1074w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The project was officially launched by His Excellency Sheikh Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Sudais, President of Religious Affairs at the Two Holy Mosques, during a meeting at his office in the Grand Mosque. The Hajj session reviewed final preparations and confirmed the readiness of the Presidency to deliver the sermon\u2019s message in coordination with key partners.<\/p>\n<p>Sheikh Al-Sudais emphasized the Kingdom\u2019s leadership in promoting religious moderation through the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques&#8217; initiative to translate the Arafat Sermon. He noted that the project underscores Saudi Arabia\u2019s commitment to tolerance, coexistence, and global harmony.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-5159\" src=\"https:\/\/thediplomat.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-05-30-at-3.06.54-PM-1-851x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"770\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thediplomat.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-05-30-at-3.06.54-PM-1-851x1024.jpeg 851w, https:\/\/thediplomat.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-05-30-at-3.06.54-PM-1-249x300.jpeg 249w, https:\/\/thediplomat.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-05-30-at-3.06.54-PM-1-768x925.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/thediplomat.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-05-30-at-3.06.54-PM-1-1276x1536.jpeg 1276w, https:\/\/thediplomat.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-05-30-at-3.06.54-PM-1-349x420.jpeg 349w, https:\/\/thediplomat.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-05-30-at-3.06.54-PM-1-150x181.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/thediplomat.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-05-30-at-3.06.54-PM-1-300x361.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thediplomat.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-05-30-at-3.06.54-PM-1-696x838.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/thediplomat.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-05-30-at-3.06.54-PM-1-1068x1286.jpeg 1068w, https:\/\/thediplomat.com.pk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2025-05-30-at-3.06.54-PM-1.jpeg 1329w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis initiative is central to the Presidency\u2019s mission of enriching the spiritual journey of the Guests of Allah and sharing the moderate message of Islam with the world,\u201d he said.<br \/>\nAs part of this year\u2019s Hajj program, His Excellency Sheikh Dr. Saleh bin Humaid, Imam and Preacher of the Grand Mosque, will deliver the Arafat Sermon.<\/p>\n<p>The Presidency reaffirmed its dedication to leveraging digital platforms and modern technology to amplify the sermon\u2019s message and serve the broader goals of religious communication and understanding.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>MAKKAH AL MUKARRAMAH, Friday, May 30, 2025 : The Presidency for Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet\u2019s Mosque has launched an ambitious global initiative to translate and broadcast this year\u2019s Arafat Sermon (1446 AH) in 35 languages, in a bid to reach over five million Muslims worldwide. 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