Makkah, December 29, 2024 – The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah, and Guidance, through its General Secretariat for Islamic Awareness in Hajj, Umrah, and Visit, continues to play a crucial role in educating and guiding the millions of visitors who flock to Mount Arafat each year. This initiative is particularly focused on the Umrah performers for the current year, 1446 AH, as part of ongoing efforts to ensure their spiritual journeys are both meaningful and comfortable.
The Ministry’s guidance services are designed to support Umrah performers throughout their pilgrimage by providing clear, accurate information on the rites and rituals associated with Umrah. These services are vital to ensuring that pilgrims perform their sacred duties correctly and in accordance with Islamic traditions. The Secretariat offers a range of resources, including multilingual awareness booths strategically placed throughout the area. These booths are staffed with knowledgeable personnel who are equipped to answer inquiries and provide guidance in various languages, ensuring that all visitors, regardless of their linguistic background, receive the assistance they need.
In addition to the direct interaction at the booths, the Ministry also distributes printed materials and publications in multiple languages. These materials offer detailed instructions and information on the proper way to perform the rituals, helping to clarify any uncertainties pilgrims may have. The availability of such resources is particularly important as it allows pilgrims to refer to reliable sources of information at their own pace.
Furthermore, the General Secretariat has taken steps to ensure that guidance is accessible even without face-to-face interactions. Awareness, welcoming, and instructional messages are broadcast through loudspeakers, reaching a wide audience in various languages. This initiative ensures that even those who may not have immediate access to booths or printed materials can still receive important guidance as they make their way through Mount Arafat and other holy sites during their pilgrimage.
The overarching goal of these efforts is to educate Umrah performers on the proper way to perform their rituals in accordance with the Holy Quran and the Prophetic Sunnah. By providing these services, the Ministry not only aids in ensuring the correctness of religious practices but also contributes to the overall peace and tranquility of the pilgrimage experience. The comfort and convenience of visitors are paramount, and these initiatives are a testament to the Ministry’s ongoing commitment to enhancing the spiritual journey of those undertaking Umrah.