Sheikh Dr. Saleh bin Abdullah bin Humaid, Imam of Makkah’s Grand Mosque, delivered an impassioned sermon during the Hajj pilgrimage peak, exhorting Muslims worldwide to embrace compassion, uphold moral virtues, and stand in solidarity with oppressed communities like Palestine. geo.tv (arynews.tv + 3). Sheikh Humaid delivered an imam speech at Masjid Namirah in Arafat to more than 1.5 million pilgrims, emphasizing key tenets of Islam including oneness of God (Tawheed), sincere worship, ethical conduct and kindness towards parents, neighbors, orphans widows and underprivileged while warning against spiritual and moral risks such as gossip and religious innovation. Sheikh Humaid gave an emotive prayer of sympathy for the Palestinian people at this poignant moment, invoking divine assistance and justice while exhorting Muslims to help oppressed individuals, feed those in need, and give generously in alms giving. He noted how responding with goodness could turn enemies into allies and that by responding in kind can transform enemies into friends. For more details please watch Geo TV as well as Tribune Pakistan or The News Pakistan for coverage of these events. After the sermon, pilgrims began heading towards Muzdalifah located between Arafat and Mina for Hajj. thenews.com.pk +2 Tribune.com +2 geo.tv for further rites. As Gaza’s humanitarian situation worsens, with reports of food, fuel and medical supply shortages, Sheikh Humaid’s sermon serves as an important reminder of the need for compassion, unity and support from everyone to those most in need.
