Sheikh Ali Al-Hudhaifi Urges Unity and Discipline in the Arafah Sermon

Sheikh Ali Al-Hudhaifi delivering the 2026 Arafah sermon at Namirah Mosque. (Source: SPA)

JAKARTA - The Imam of the Prophet's Mosque, Sheikh Ali Al-Hudhaifi, appealed for unity and discipline when delivering the Arafah Wukuf sermon 1447 Hijriah at the Namirah Mosque on Tuesday.

The sermon was attended by the Deputy Governor of Makkah Prince Saud bin Mishaal, Grand Mufti Sheikh Saleh Al-Fawzan, Minister of Islamic Affairs Sheikh Abdullatif Al-Alsheikh and Head of the General Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque Sheikh Abdurrahman As-Sudais.

In his sermon, Sheikh Al-Hudhaifi emphasized that Hajj is a fundamental pillar of Islam that is rooted in absolute monotheism and submission to Allah SWT, launching Arab News from the Saudi Press Agency (26/5).

Sheikh Al-Hudhaifi underlined that the Hajj serves as an important platform for mutual acquaintance, harmony, cooperation, and unity among Muslims of all nationalities and backgrounds.

Khutbah Arafah 2026 at Namirah Mosque. (Source: SPA)

He noted that true Hajj requires good behavior, honest speech, and avoiding sins, disputes, and partisan or political slogans.

The sermon also highlighted the main pillars of Islam, the importance of fearing Allah SWT, and the universal laws of Divine support for believers.

Sheikh Al-Hudhaifi outlined the sequential steps of the Hajj ritual, reminding pilgrims to maintain calm, avoid overcrowding and strictly follow crowd management regulations to protect public safety.

As a conclusion to the sermon, he prayed that the rituals of the congregation would be accepted, the Muslim world would unite, and the leadership of Saudi Arabia would prosper in their continued service to the Two Holy Mosques.

After the sermon, the congregation gathered to perform the combined and shortened Zuhur and Asar prayers.