BETH | Day of Arafah – 9 Dhul Hijjah 1446 AH / 5 June 2025

In a powerful spiritual moment witnessed by millions, Sheikh Dr. Saleh bin Abdullah bin Humaid, Imam and Khateeb of Al-Masjid Al-Haram, delivered the Arafat Sermon from Masjid Namirah. His address was broadcast in 35 languages simultaneously, reaffirming the universal message of Islam on this sacred day.

Among the prominent attendees were:

HRH Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor of Makkah Region

His Eminence Grand Mufti Sheikh Abdulaziz Al Al-Sheikh

Minister of Islamic Affairs Sheikh Dr. Abdul Latif Al-Sheikh

Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dr. Tawfiq Al-Rabiah

Core of the Sermon: Islam’s Three Tiers

Sheikh bin Humaid opened with gratitude to Allah and highlighted the significance of taqwa (piety) as the ultimate provision. He expounded the three foundational levels of the religion:

Ihsan – Worshipping Allah as though you see Him

Iman (Faith) – A declaration, belief, and action that increases with obedience

Islam – The five pillars: Shahadah, Salah, Zakah, Sawm, and Hajj

The sermon emphasized noble ethics, fulfilling trusts, kindness to parents, and sincerity in worship.

A Message to Pilgrims: Follow the Prophetic Path

The sermon offered detailed guidance to the pilgrims, reminding them of the Prophetic method during Hajj, beginning with standing at Arafat until sunset, moving to Muzdalifah for collecting pebbles, and onward to Mina for stoning the Jamarat.

A Heartfelt Supplication

The sermon concluded with powerful prayers for the Muslim Ummah, including:

Support for the people of Palestine

Unity and peace for Muslims around the world

Guidance and blessings for the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman

Arafat: The Heart of Hajj

Following the sermon, pilgrims performed Dhuhr and Asr prayers combined and shortened, in accordance with the Sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ.

In the Journey of Hajj:

Arafat is the second and central station — the greatest day of Hajj (Al-Hajj Al-Akbar).
After sunset on this day, pilgrims descend to Muzdalifah to collect pebbles for the stoning ritual.
They then proceed to Mina, where they stone the Jamarat at dawn — or after midnight for those who hasten.

From Mina, on Eid day (Friday), pilgrims head to the Grand Mosque (Al-Masjid Al-Haram) for Tawaf Al-Ifadah, then return to Mina to perform animal sacrifice.

Pilgrims remain in Mina during the three Days of Tashreeq to complete their Hajj rites.

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