Dr. Saleh bin Zain Al-Abidin, the respected Guardian and Key Keeper of the Kaaba, has passed away. Heik Saleh ibn Zain al-Abidin al-Shaibi had been ill for some time. 109th key keeper of Kaaba is a role that comes with much honor and responsibility.
Saudi leadership extends condolences.
Following Dr. King Salman bin Abdulaziz’s passing, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressed their sorrow. Saleh receptacle Zain Al-Abidin. They emphasized in their statements that this loss was significant for Saudi Arabia. And marked a void in Islamic history that could never be filled.
Recent Visit to Pakistan
Last November, Sheikh Abdul Rahman bin Saleh Zain Al-Abidin Al-Shaibi remembered. The Key Keeper of Ka’aba visited Pakistan for six days. During this time, he met with the country’s top leadership and highlighted the strong bonds between the two countries.
According to APP (Associated Press of Pakistan), then Acting Federal Interior Minister Sarfraz Ahmed Bugti. Federal Minister for Education Madad Ali Sindhi, Special Assistant Allama Tahir Ashrafi. And Saudi Ambassador Nawaf bin Said Al-Maliki received Imam-e-Ka’aba at the airport.
Historical role played by the Shaibi Family
For centuries now, it has been the tradition of the Shaibi family that membersmily member should have an old office Sadanah (Guardian) around H, i.e., Sharif, i.e. ka, aba Shareef is known as “Sadnah E Baitullah” or sim.”y “Sadaqa”. Dr. Saleh Zain Abideen Shaibi held the distinction of being the 109th person appointed to such posts on such a date. a title that adds prestige to their family name itself.
Duties performed by government) over a period
“Sadanah” is one of the oldest duties ever performed. Religiously binding an individual towards looking after this holy place called Mekkah Mukaramah. The key responsibilities include opening. And closing gates daily apart from cleaning the house of Allah and fixing kiswa where necessary, among many others. All treat it as professional obligations along with religious acts, ensuring that they keep it in its original condition for the millions who visit yearly.
The end of an Al-Shaibing away of Dr.Saleh ZainShaibi’s passing did Shaibi, a new chapter opened up in the history books for not only ShaibiShaibis inside. Those fortunate enough to have touched its walls or entered therein will always remember his commitment and be forever grateful.
