Key Takeaways
- Mosque is historically significant for initially having two qiblas.
- Qiblatain Mosque in Madinah will operate 24 hours daily following royal order.
- Decision aims to facilitate prayers and visits at any time for worshipers.
MADINAH — The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz has directed that Madinah’s historic Qiblatain Mosque remain open 24 hours daily to accommodate worshipers at all times.
The royal order, announced on Tuesday, expands access to one of the city’s most notable mosques, particularly benefiting night worshipers and visitors seeking spiritual reflection outside conventional prayer times.
The Qiblatain Mosque is the site where the Quranic revelation changed the qibla direction from Jerusalem to Makkah during the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) lifetime.
“Al Qiblatain Mosque operates 24/7 with comfort services ready for worshippers.”
Islamic Affairs Minister Dr. Abdullatif Al Alsheikh
Its name, meaning “Mosque of the Two Qiblas” reflects this pivotal moment in Islamic history. The expanded hours align with Saudi Arabia’s ongoing initiative to enhance services for visitors to the Prophet’s City.
The Presidency of Religious Affairs at the Prophet’s Mosque will oversee implementation of the new schedule, ensuring adequate staffing and maintenance during overnight operations.
Security and cleaning services will be reinforced to maintain the mosque’s sanctity and safety throughout the night.
This decision follows previous royal directives improving facilities at historical mosques across Madinah, reinforcing the Kingdom’s commitment to serving Islam and accommodating the growing number of pilgrims and visitors to the holy city.
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