Key sermons during this year's Hajj season will be delivered in 35 languages to millions of worshippers around the world, thanks to a translation service provided by the Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque. The initiative includes the Arafat sermon delivered by Sheikh Ali Al-Hudhaifi, the Eid Al-Adha sermon given at the Grand Mosque in Makkah by Sheikh Bandar bin Abdulaziz Balilah, and the Eid sermon at the Prophet's Mosque in Madinah delivered by Sheikh Ahmed bin Ali Al-Hudhaifi. Sheikh Balilah is also scheduled to deliver Friday's sermon at the Grand Mosque, while Sheikh Abdulmohsen Al-Qassim will deliver the sermon at the Prophet's Mosque.
Translation Service Part of Vision 2030
The translation service is part of Saudi Arabia's broader efforts under Vision 2030 and the Pilgrim Experience Program to improve accessibility to Hajj and Umrah services. It is available through a dedicated digital platform and across the presidency's official media and online channels. Languages include English, French, Spanish, Urdu, Turkish, Persian, Chinese, Malay, and Hausa, among others.
Engaging Non-Arabic Speakers
The presidency said in a statement that the initiative aimed to help non-Arabic speakers engage directly with the spiritual and educational messages delivered during key rituals and religious occasions. It also reflected efforts to harness modern technology in serving pilgrims and visitors to the Two Holy Mosques.
This year's Hajj season is expected to draw millions of Muslims from around the world, and the translation service ensures that the core messages of unity, faith, and devotion reach a global audience. The digital platform allows worshippers to access translations in real-time, enhancing their spiritual experience. By breaking language barriers, Saudi Arabia continues to demonstrate its commitment to facilitating a meaningful Hajj for all pilgrims, regardless of their native tongue.
