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The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque has finished comprehensive preparations to welcome worshippers after Haj, including enhanced facilities and improved access systems.
Haj serves as a spiritual training ground that develops moral character and unites people from different backgrounds, Malaysia's Religious Affairs Minister said in his Arafah Sermon.
Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi has urged Muslims to intensify their spiritual observances on the Day of Arafah, emphasizing prayers and acts of worship to seek divine mercy and forgiveness.
Saudi Post has unveiled commemorative postage items marking the 1447 AH Haj season. The stamp costs 3 Saudi riyals while the postcard is priced at 5 Saudi riyals, celebrating the Kingdom's pilgrimage services.
Former Bernama editor-in-chief Khairdzir Md Yunus reflects on his 2007 assignment covering the haj pilgrimage, navigating the unique challenge of reporting on one of Islam's holiest journeys while performing the spiritual obligation himself.