All about Sheikh Badr Al Turki: Life, Facts, Education, Biography

September 9, 2025

Sheikh Badr Al Turki, Imam of Masjid al-Haram since 2024. From Riyadh mosque leadership to Islam’s holiest site at age 40.

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At just 40 years old Sheikh Badr Al Turki’s his transition from leading prayers at a prominent Riyadh mosque to serving at the Grand Mosque demonstrates the recognition of his capabilities within Saudi Arabia’s religious establishment.

Life

City: Riyadh

Born: August 21, 1984

Born on August 21, 1984, Sheikh Badr Al Turki represents the younger generation of Islamic leadership in Saudi Arabia.

He developed his religious foundation in Riyadh, where he would later serve as Imam of the Prince Bandar bin Abdulaziz Mosque.

His consistent performance and growing reputation in the capital’s religious community led to his landmark appointment as Imam at Masjid al-Haram in 2024.

Age

Marriage and Children

Information regarding Sheikh Badr Al Turki’s personal life, including marital status and family details, remains private and unavailable in public records.

Education

B.A. in Da’wah from Imam Muhammad ibn Saud
M.A. in Da’wah from Islamic University
Ph.D. In progress

He completed his Bachelor’s degree in Dawah at Imam Muhammad ibn Saud Islamic University, establishing his foundation in Islamic sciences.

He continued his advanced studies at the same institution, earning his Master’s degree in Dawah. Currently, he is pursuing his Ph.D. in the same field.

Career

Current Designation: Imam of Kaaba
Appointed as Imam of Kaaba: 2024

This appointment at the age of 40 made him one of the youngest Imams to serve at Islam’s holiest site.

He served extensively as Imam and Khateeb at the Prince Bandar bin Abdulaziz Mosque in Riyadh, where he developed his distinctive recitation style and leadership approach.

His consistent performance and growing reputation led to his appointment as Imam at Masjid al-Haram in 2024, placing him among the select group of prayer leaders at Islam’s holiest site.

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Mohammad bin Abdullah

A mass communication graduate from Mohammed V University in Rabat, Morocco. He currently resides in the UK, where he is pursuing a degree in Islamic studies. He works for The Islamic Information as a news writer.