The virtues of Dhul Hijjah and the sanctity of Hajj.
Sheikh Maher al-Mu'aiqly
Masjid al-Haram, Makkah
May 30, 2025
Masjid al-Haram, Makkah
May 30, 2025
The sermon highlights the Kaaba as a sanctuary and a place where good deeds are multiplied, and sins are forgiven. It emphasizes the sanctity of Makkah, which Allah made sacred on the day He created the heavens and the earth, and where hunting, cutting trees, or picking lost items are forbidden except for identification. The speaker underscores the significance of the Day of Arafah, a day of immense forgiveness and liberation from hellfire for all Muslims, not just pilgrims. It stresses the importance of performing good deeds during the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah, as they are the best days of the year, including Hajj, fasting, and charity. Pilgrims are encouraged to complete their rituals and adhere to the teachings of the Prophet (PBUH) for an accepted Hajj.
About the Imam
Sheikh Maher bin Hamad Al-Mu'aiqly is an Imam of Masjid al-Haram known for his beautiful, melodious recitation. Born in 1969 in Madinah, he memorized the Quran by age 13 and earned a Master's degree in Islamic Studies. He was appointed Imam in 2007 and has become one of the most beloved reciters worldwide, known for his emotional and spiritually moving delivery.
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