Saudi Grand Mufti urges worship in last 10 days of Ramadan

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•The Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia issued the call on March 9, 2026.
•Itikaf involves worshipers staying in the mosque for extended periods to focus on prayer and reflection.
•The Two Holy Mosques in Mecca and Medina are central sites for Islamic worship during Ramadan.
•The last ten days of Ramadan are traditionally viewed as the most spiritually significant in the Islamic calendar.

What Could Happen If...

▸If worshipers increase their participation in Itikaf at the Two Holy Mosques then there could be a rise in religious tourism and heightened spiritual activity in Saudi Arabia, affecting local communities and services.

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🌍Gulf Cooperation Council

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👤Abdulaziz Al-Sheikh(Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia)

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MESaudi GazetteWorshipers start performing Itikaf at Two Holy Mosques as Ramadan enters its final 10 days MESaudi GazetteGrand Mufti urges faithful to engage diligently in worship during last 10 days of Ramadan

The Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia has urged Muslims to intensify their worship and devotion during the final ten days of Ramadan. Worshipers have begun performing Itikaf, a spiritual retreat, at the Two Holy Mosques in Mecca and Medina as part of this religious observance. This period is significant for Muslims worldwide as it offers a chance for deeper spiritual reflection and religious commitment.