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title: "Imam of Kaaba Bandar Baleelah To Visit Finland on October 17"
url: "https:\/\/theislamicinformation.com\/news\/bandar-baleelah-to-visit-finland-2024\/"
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updated: "2024-10-14"
description: "Sheikh Dr. Bander bin Abdulaziz Baleelah, Imam of Masjid Al-Haram, to Visit Finland on October 17th, 2024"
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# Imam of Kaaba Bandar Baleelah To Visit Finland on October 17

Source: https://theislamicinformation.com/news/bandar-baleelah-to-visit-finland-2024/
Updated: 2024-10-14

Finland is set to welcome His Eminence Sheikh Dr. Bander bin Abdulaziz Baleelah, the esteemed Imam and preacher of the Grand Mosque (Masjid Al-Haram) in Mecca, for a special visit on **Thursday, October 17, 2024**.

Under the patronage of the **Finnish Islamic Endowment**, the **Islamic Association in Finland** has announced this highly anticipated visit, inviting Muslims across the country to participate in the blessed events.

## Visit Program

On **Thursday, 14th Rabi' al-Akhir 1445**, corresponding to October 17th, 2024, Sheikh Dr. Bander bin Abdulaziz Baleelah will lead the **Maghrib prayer congregation** at the Islamic Association's mosque, followed by a spiritual lecture open to all attendees.

The event is free and accessible to everyone, providing a unique opportunity for the Muslim community to connect with one of the foremost Islamic scholars in the world.

**Details:**

- **Maghrib Prayer**: Led by Sheikh Dr. Bander bin Abdulaziz Baleelah.
- **Lecture**: A spiritual session immediately following the Maghrib prayer.
- **Location**: Islamic Association in Finland.
- **Attendance**: Open invitation, free for all.

The association is encouraging the community to seize this rare opportunity for spiritual enrichment.

## Special Visit to Helsinki Islamic Center

In addition to the events on Thursday, Sheikh Dr. Baleelah will be a special guest at the **Helsinki Islamic Center** on **Friday, October 18, 2024**. He will lead the **Isha prayer** at 20:13 local time, offering the faithful another chance to engage in prayer under his leadership.

This visit marks a momentous occasion for Finland’s Muslim community, with Sheikh Dr. Baleelah’s presence bringing both spiritual significance and the opportunity for deeper learning and reflection.

**Event Details:**

- **Isha Prayer**: Friday, October 18th, 2024 at 20:13 local time.
- **Location**: Helsinki Islamic Center.