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Presidency of Religious Affairs Calls on Worshippers to Observe Friday Etiquette in the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque

Fares Al-Azouri - Mecca

Date of publication: 23 July 2026 18:48 KSA

The Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque called on worshippers and visitors to the Holy Mosques to observe Friday etiquette, adhere to legal and regulatory guidelines that enhance reverence and tranquility, and contribute to creating safe and organized devotional atmospheres within the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque.

The Presidency emphasized the importance of arriving early for Friday prayer, listening attentively to the sermon, maintaining calm, avoiding overcrowding, making room for other worshippers, and adhering to general cleanliness and instructions from relevant authorities to ensure the comfort and smooth movement of visitors. It clarified that observing Friday etiquette embodies the glorification of God's rituals, reflects Islamic values of respecting others and cooperating in righteousness and piety, and helps worshippers perform their acts of worship in an atmosphere of security, tranquility, and reverence.

The Presidency urged all worshippers and visitors to cooperate and adhere to legal etiquette and organizational instructions, in line with the care and attention that the wise leadership - may God support them - pays to the Two Holy Mosques and their visitors, and to enhance the quality of services provided to the guests of the Most Merciful.