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Gulf Today
11 hours ago
- General
- Gulf Today
VIDEO: Holy Kaaba washed with Zamzam and rose water in sacred ceremony
Gulf Today Report The ceremony of washing the Holy Kaaba unfolds in three main, meticulously executed stages, each characterised by extreme care and precision. The process begins with the preparation phase, utilising a special blend of 20 liters of Zamzam water, 80 ml of specialised oud oil, and 540 ml of Taif rose water. Following preparation, the washing stage involves the application of 11 liters of dedicated perfume for washing the Holy Kaaba, along with 3 ml of musk. Finally, the ceremony concludes with the perfuming and fumigation stage, employing 500 ml of Taif rose oil and 500 grams of fine oud incence. MAKKAH DEPUTY GOVERNOR WASHES HOLY KAABA ON BEHLAF OF KING SALMAN On behalf of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Deputy Governor of Makkah Region Prince Saud Bin Mishaal Bin Abdulaziz was honoured with the task of washing the Holy Kaaba. Upon his arrival, the deputy governor performed the ritual washing of the interior of the Holy Kaaba using Zamzam water mixed with rose water. This was carried out by rubbing the interior walls with pieces of cloth pre-soaked in the specially prepared mixture, provided by the General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque. Several officials, members of the Islamic diplomatic corps accredited to the Kingdom, and the custodians of the Kaaba joined the deputy governor in washing the Holy Kaaba. The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque affirmed that the Holy Kaaba's washing is conducted with the utmost care and precision, a reflection of the Kaaba's elevated status and in keeping with its sanctity and deeply rooted place in the hearts of Muslims worldwide. The washing process, known as 'Ghusl,' always follows the replacement of the Kiswa which took place on the first day of the Islamic New Year. The authority also emphasised that all materials used are carefully prepared in advance to ensure the highest levels of purity and sanctity, following the latest and most advanced standards and service systems for this globally significant event.
Khaleej Times
3 days ago
- General
- Khaleej Times
Watch: Holy Kaaba washed using 40 litres of Zamzam water in annual ritual
In a revered annual tradition, the Holy Kaaba in Makkah was ceremonially washed for the Hijri year 1447, in the presence of dignitaries and ambassadors from several Muslim countries accredited to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The washing process, known as 'Ghusl', always follows the replacement of the Kiswa which took place on the first day of the Islamic New Year. During the Ghusl ritual, the doors of the Kaaba — Islam's holiest site — are opened, and its interior is cleansed by wiping the walls with cloths soaked in a blend of Zamzam water and rose water. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. This year's Kaaba washing was performed by Prince Saud bin Mishaal bin Abdulaziz, Deputy Governor of the Makkah Region on behalf of Saudi King alman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. Following the ritual, Prince Saud performed Tawaf prayer. The event, which took place after Fajr prayer on Thursday, saw heavy security presence. ð��¹ جÙ�Ù�د اÙ�Ù�Ù�اذ اÙ�خاصة Ù�Ø£Ù�Ù� اÙ�Øج Ù�اÙ�عÙ�رة Ø®Ù�اÙ� â�§ #ذسÙ�_اÙ�Ù�عبة â�© اÙ�Ù�شرÙ�Ø©. — اÙ�Ø£Ù�Ù� اÙ�عاÙ� (@security_gov) July 10, 2025 State guests including ambassadors of Muslim countries participated in the Ghusl Kaâ��bah ceremony — Inside the Haramain (@insharifain) July 10, 2025 What is Kaaba washed with? The process of washing the Kaaba consists of three main stages. First, the preparation stage using 40 litres of Zamzam water divided into two gallons and mixed with Taif rose water and a special oud oil. Then there is the actual washing stage, where the walls and interiors of the Kaaba are washed. Finally, there is the perfuming and incense stage which involves Taif rose oil and premium oud incense. The whole process uses: 40 litres of Zamzam water divided into two gallons of silver 540 millilitres of Taif rose water 24 millilitres of high-quality Taif rose oil 24 millilitres of Oud oil 3 millilitres of musk to perfume the walls and floor of the Kaaba Saudi authorities clarified that all materials used in the ritual were carefully prepared in advance "to ensure the highest levels of purity and sanctity". Take a look at photos from the annual religious ceremony here:
Business Recorder
05-07-2025
- Business
- Business Recorder
Dar satisfied with state of economy
LAHORE: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said on Saturday that inflation rate in the country has dropped while the country's foreign reserves reached $14.5 billion. 'Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is endeavouring to improve the country's economy and Pakistan is now set to progress,' Ishaq Dar said while speaking to the media after performing 'Ghusl' ceremony at the shrine of great saint Hazrat Data Ganj Bakash Saturday. He said the country's image has improved in the comity of nations and Pakistan has signed $2 billion investment agreement with Azerbaijan. Country ready for 'digital revolution', says Dar When asked about media reports regarding expected meeting between the three-time prime minister Nawaz Sharif and the former prime minister and PTI founder Imran Khan, the PML-N senior leader termed it as mere a 'speculation and somebody's desire' but there was no truth in it. He made it clear that Nawaz Sharif did not require meeting anybody. Responding to another question regarding joining the Pakistan People's Party (PPP) to the cabinet, Dar said the PPP had not yet shown any desire to join the federal cabinet. 'PPP is an ally of the PML-N in the Center and will remain so and they would give more respect to them,' he said, adding: 'The ruling alliance now enjoys a two-third majority in the National Assembly (NA).' Talking about Indian aggression, Dar said Pakistan inflicted a humiliating defeat upon India on the night between May 9 and 10. 'Pakistan downed six planes of the Indian Air Force,' he said, adding, 'The hostile neighbour will never forget the lesson Pakistan taught it.' However, there are always challenges in such a situation. Regarding Israeli aggression against Iran, he said that Pakistan strongly condemned it. Iran has now realized that Pakistan is its true friend. In the Iranian parliament, gratitude was expressed to Pakistan for its support during the war with Israel, he added. Talking about expansion of Data Darbar, he said hopefully the project would be completed before the next years 'Ghusl' ceremony of the Mazar. He added that Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has already accorded approval to the expansion/ renovation work. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
