In the UAE Shortens Friday Prayers the General Authority for Islamic Affairs (GAIA) has issued a directive that during summer months. The Friday prayer (Jumu’ah) and accompanying sermon (Khutbah) should not exceed 10 minutes. This move was prompted by the extremely high temperatures registered in this part of the world. Set to last until October when things cool down again. The aim is to protect worshippers who attend large congregations for Friday prayers. Often held outside or in poorly shaded areas where exposure to prolonged periods .at such elevated levels can pose serious health risks.
The GAIA’s decision forms part of broader attempts by authorities across different. Countries within UAE territory to make religious activities more bearable under scorching heat waves. In Dubai alone, temps frequently go beyond 40°C (104°F), rendering outdoor events – including communal prayers – arduous if not outright unsafe over protracted spells. By shortening both Jumu’ah and Khutbah times. They hope people will spend less time baking in non-air conditioned spaces or simply sitting out under direct sunlight. Which might otherwise make them susceptible to dehydration or heat stroke.
. This ensures that the quality and essence of sermons remain unaffected by their brevity. This approach aligns with Islam’s ‘ease & facilitation’ principle.Encouraging convenience in worship to enhance the general welfare of the community. Saudi Arabia implemented a similar action earlier this month.
This directive was primarily due to the extreme heat prevalent during this period. It could prove dangerous for millions to pilgrimage.Over such vast distances on foot or even by bus across scorching sands under roofless .Skies exposed directly onto the unforgiving ground.
As expected, with Hajj season falling in the summer months when temperatures often reach unbearable levels. These precautions are necessary to ensure that all rituals associated. With Islam’s holiest month can still take place without .Posing significant risks to people’s lives.
In light, however, authorities recognized the need for some balance between religious obligations and climate realities; thus. Shortening the Friday sermons held at various holy mosques throughout. The kingdom seemed like the most sensible thing to do at the time in order not only to safeguard.Everyone’s well-being but also preserve sanctity attached to it.
Both countries’ local and international Muslim communities have received their decisions well, apprec. Given the numbers involved during the Hajj season and the extreme summer temperatures, these precautions are essential to ensure all necessary rituals can take place without posing significant risks to people’s lives.
Shortening the Friday prayer and sermon during summer in Saudi Arabia and UAE indicates thoughtful. Consideration for people’s needs.Regarding religious observance during harsh climatic conditions. This means that by making safety/comfort priority number .One among worshipers.Both countries’ authorities have shown themselves .Committed to enabling such and reflecting .Compassionate aspects embedded within Islamic beliefs.
