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The Treaty of hudaybiyah ; a test of Faith and a Manifest Victory of Islam
Every Arab tribe would have the option to join either side as its ally and enter the treaty.
Muhammad and his men would go back that year and could come the following year for umrah and stay in Makkah for three days, provided that they brought only one sheathed sword each, and no other weapon of war. In those three days the Makkans would vacate the city for them (so that there was no chance of a clash), but they would not be allowed to take along any Makkan on return.
Muslims became Upset and distressed
The other thing that was rankling in their minds was the fourth condition. The Muslims thought that agreeing to it meant that they were going back unsuccessful and this was humiliating. Furthermore, the question that was causing them feel upset wad that they had accepted the condition of going back without performing the pilgrimage to the Ka’bah, whereas the Holy Prophet had seen in the vision that they were performing tawaf at Makkah. To this the Holy Prophet replied that in his vision the year had not been specified. According to the treaty conditions, therefore, they would perform the tawaf the following year if it pleased Allah.
By admitting the right of pilgrimage to the House of Allah for the Muslims, the Quraish also admitted that Islam was not an anti-religious creed, as they had so far been thinking, but it was one of the admitted religions of Arabia, and like the other Arabs, its followers also had the right to perform the rites of hajj and umrah. This diminished the hatred in the Arabs hearts that had been caused by the propaganda made by the Quraish against Islam.
These were the blessings that the Muslims gained from the peace treaty which they were looking upon as their defeat and the Quraish as their victory. However, what had troubled the Muslims most in this treaty, was the condition about the fugitives from Makkah and Madinah, that the former would be returned and the latter would not be returned. But not much long afterwards this condition also proved to be disadvantageous for the Quraish, and experience revealed what far reaching consequences of it had the Holy Prophet fore seen and then accepted it. A few days after the treaty a Muslim of Makkah, Abu Basir, escaped from the Quraish and reached Madinah. The Quraish demanded him back and the Holy Prophet returned him to their men who had been sent from Makkah to arrest him. But while on the way to Makkah he again fled and went and sat on the road by the Red Sea shore, which the trade caravans of the Quraish took to Syria. After that every Muslim who succeeded in escaping from the Quraish would go and join Abu Basir instead of going to Madinah, until 70 men gathered there. They would attack any Quraish caravan that passed the way and cut it into pieces at last, the Quraish themselves begged the Holy Prophet to call those men to Madinah, and the condition relating to the return of the fugitives of itself became null and void.
How To Perform Umrah Step By Step
1. IHRAMThe literal meaning of Ihram is to make haraam (forbidden). When a haji pronounces the Niyyah(intention) of Hajj and Umrah and utters Talbiyah, certain halaal(permissible) things become haraam for him. This combined action (Niyyah and Talbiyah) is called Ihram. The two sheets that a haji wears are figuratively known as Ihram but the real Ihram is Niyyah & Talbiyah. If someone wears these two sheets and does not declare his intention and utter Talbiyah, he does not become a Muhrim. That is why, before Niyyah and Talbiyah, he can cover his head during two rakahs of Nafl, an act which is not allowed in the real state of Ihram.PROCEDUREPreparations for Ihram. Comb your hair, shape the beard, trim your mustache, cut your nails, and remove unwanted body hair.Purification. Take a bath with the intention of Ihram otherwise do wudu. Here it is noted that there are two ways of purification:Purification of the body, shower or wudu.Internal purification, sincere repentance on your sins. Say something like this: “O Allah, I sincerely repent on my sins and seek your forgiveness.”Ihram Sheets. Men should wear a sheet of white cloth around the waist and cover the upper body with the other sheet. Women’s ordinary clothes are their Ihram. Both should wear the flip-flops (hawai chappal) so that the middle bones of the upper part of the feet are not covered.Nafl Salah. If it is not makruh(undesirable) time, offer two rakahs of nafl for Ihram by covering your heads.Advice. If going to Jeddah by an airplane, it is convenient to get into the status of Ihram inside the plane. Here is what you do. Do everything at home or at the airport except Niyyah (intention) and Talbiyah. Have your shower, pray two rakahs of nafl but you are still not in the status of ihrambecause you haven’t done the main thing yet, i.e., intention and Talbiyah which is done at or before the boundary line called Miqat.Go to the airplane and sit down with the white sheets on. In a Hajj flight when you are close to Miqat, the pilot will announce that this is the border line to make your intention and to say Talbiyah. Those who did not change their clothes before should do so now although it is not convenient inside the plane. Please note that:It is a good idea to ask at the time of boarding if the arrival of Miqat will be announced by the pilot. If not, make your intention and say Talbiyah on your own approximately one hour before you reach Jeddah.
If you are flying with a group, follow the instructions of the group leader.Intention and Talbiyah. Now uncover your head and declare your intention. It is assumed that you are performing Hajj al-Tammat’u in which Umrah is performed first as described later in the “Kinds of Hajj”.
“O Allah! I intend to perform Umrah. Please make it easy for me and accept it from me. Amen.”
Immediately after that utter the words of Talbiyah three times and as often afterwards as possible. If you don’t remember it, you can say its translation in English or in any other language but Talbiah or its translation is pronounced in a loud voice by men and in a subdued voice by women.TALBIYAH
“Labbayk,
Allahumma Labbayk.
Labbayk.
La shareeka laka.
Labbayk.
Innal-hamda wan-n’imata
laka wal-mulk.
La shareeka lak.”( Here we come,
O Allah, here we come !
Here we come.
No partner have You.
Here we come!
Praise indeed, and blessings, are Yours—
the Kingdom too!
No partner have You!)Du’a. After this recite Darud Sharif and supplicate to Allah Almighty any du’a in Arabic or in your own language.Prohibitions of Ihram. After intention and Talbiyah, you are in the status of Ihram and from this time on you should not do acts that are forbidden in Ihram , for example, here are some of the things a muhrim must not do:Cover head (men), cover face (women)Cover the middle bone of the upper part of the feet (Both men and women))Shave / cut hairCut nailsWear perfumeWear stitched clothing (men) / (Women can wear their ordinay clothes)Hunting / killingSexJourney towards Makkah. When this sacred journey towards Makkah al-Mukarrama starts, recite Talbiyah frequently on the way. Then enter the city very humbly and with great fondness still reciting Talbiyah.After arranging for your residence, proceed to the Haram Sharif to perform Umrah.
HOW TO PERFORM UMRAHTHE RITES OF UMRAH: The only rites of Umrah are:
Entering the state of IhramTawaf of Ka’bahSa’yee between the hills of Safa and MarwahShaving or clipping of the hairIHRAM FOR UMRAH AND ENTERING MASJID AL-HARAMIhram: You should be already in Ihram for Umrah before entering Mecca as mentioned above.Entering Masjid al-Haram:While reciting Talbiyah, enter Masjid al-Haram preferably through Bab
as-Salam with right foot first. Supplicate to Allah and proceed towards Ka’bah. You may recite the following supplication which is usually used before entering a mosque:
Allah huma aftah li abwabe rahmate ka
First Sight: At the first sight of Ka’bah, keep your eyes fixed at Baitullah and standing at one side, it is suggested that you do the following:Say Allahu Akbar three timesSay La Ilaha Illallah three timesProclaim Darud on our beloved Prophet (peace be upon him) and very humbly and with tears in your eyes supplicate to Allah for whatever you wish. This is a special time for the acceptance of prayers.The idea is to praise and glorify your Creator before proclaiming Darud and supplications. Therefore, in lieu of Allahu Akbar and La Ilaha Illallah, you may recite some other similar holy verses if you so desire.After this, while uttering Talbiyah, move forward to perform Tawaf of Ka’bah.
TAWAF OF UMRAHTawaf means circling around something . Here it means moving around Ka’bah seven times with extreme love and devotion.
” O Allah, I perform Tawaf of Umrah to please You. Make it easy for me and accept it from me.”
” Bismillahi Allahu Akbar Wa Lilla Hil Hamd”
and drop your hands down. Now point the palms of your hands again towards Hajar-e- Aswad and kiss them. This act of kissing Hajar-e-Aswad or pointing towards it is called Istilam.
Tawaf Starts: After Istilam, turn right and start tawaf counter clockwise.WARNINGThe authorities often apply perfume to Hajar-e-Aswad, Rukn Yamani and Multazam. If so, do not touch them while in the state of Ihram, otherwise a dum will be required as a penalty.During tawaf, it is not permissible to face or turn your back towards Ka’bah except when you are kissing or pointing towards Hajar-e-Aswad.Ramal: For the first three circuits of Tawaf of Umrah and Tawaf of Arrival, men are required to move their shoulders and walk with quick short steps. This act is called Ramal and is Sunnah. They walk normally during the remaining four circuits.Supplications of Tawaf: There are no fixed supplications for tawaf but there are several recommended supplications listed in the books of Hajj and Umrah out of which the following supplication is easy to memorize:
“Subhan-Allah wal-hamdu-lillahi wa la ilaha ill-Allah wa-Allahu Akbar wa la haula wa la quwwata illa-billah.”
If you don’t remember these words, you may glorify Allah by repeatedly uttering:
Subhan Allah,
Al-Hamdu lilla,
Allahu Akbar,
La Ilaha Illallah, etc.
The Prophet of Islam (peace be upon him) has said that there are two kalimahs that are light on tongue and (on the day of judgment) they weigh heavy on the scale (Mizan) and are liked by Allah. These kalimahs are:
Subhan Allah Wabe Hamde hi Subhan Allah Hil Azeem(Bukhari, Muslim, Tirmizi)
You may also use supplications used in the daily Salah or you may seek forgiveness of Allah and ask Him whatever you wish in your own language.Hatim: Hatim is a semi-circular half-built portion which was originally a part of the Ka’bah but which could not be included in the main structure when the Ka’bah was rebuilt. It is obligatory to go around Hatim also while performing tawaf.Rukn Yamani and its Supplications: After passing the three corners of the Ka’bah you reach the fourth corner known as Rukn Yamani. Touch it with both hands or with right hand. There is a beautiful supplication to be used while walking between Rukn Yamani and Hajar-e-Aswad:
“Rabbana atina fid-dunya hasanatan wa fil-akhirati hasanatan wa qina azabin-nar.”
Our beloved Prophet (peace be upon him) has repeatedly recited this supplication. The first circuit is complete when you reach Hajar-e-Aswad.Seven Circuits: At Hajar-e-Aswad, start the second circuit by kissing it or pointing towards it as you started the first circuit, i.e., come in front of Hajar-e-Aswad, raise both hands to your ears with open palms towards it and say:
” Bismillahi Allahu Akbar Wa Lillah Hil Hamd
Now kiss both palms and drop your hands. After this go around Ka’bah as you did before and similarly complete the seven circuits.The End of Tawaf: At the end of seven circuits, do Istilam of Hajar-e- Aswad or point towards it eighth time which is Sunnat Mu’akidah. Also say:
“Bismillahi Allahu Akbar Wa Lillah Hill Hamd”
Iztaba Finished : Now Iztaba is finished, therefore, you cover your both shoulders with upper portion of the Ihram sheet. This does not apply to women.
Multazam: Now, come to Multazam which is a place five or six feet in length between Hajar-e-Aswad and the door of Ka’bah. This is a highly sacred place where prayers are accepted. Among a large crowd of people, if it is possible to reach Multazam, cling to it pressing your chest and cheeks, and while trembling and crying with devotion and with all humility seek Allah’s mercy, His blessings and ask Him whatever you wish. If you are unable to come close to Multazam, just face towards it and supplicate from a distance.
Maqam Ibrahim: Next offer two rakahs of nafls behind and close to Maqam Ibrahim without covering
your head. If it is zawal time when sajdah is not allowed, you have to wait till this undesirable time is passed and then offer prayers.In the niyyah (intention), say that you are offering 2 rakahs of nafls wajib al- tawaf. Recite Qul ya ayya hal kafroon in the first rakah and Qulhu wallah in the second rakah. After this, supplicate to Allah in Arabic or in your own language. Ask Him whatever you wish and invoke His blessings.If it is not possible to offer this obligatory prayer near Maqam Ibrahim, it can be offered anywhere in Mataf, or in Hatim or anywhere in Masjid al-Haram or even at any place in Haram of Makkah.
Zamzam: Now go to Zamzam well situated in the basement of the Haram about 200 feet from the Ka’bah’s door. There are separate portions for men and women. Zamzam is the best available water in the world. Drink this water to fill while in standing position saying Bismillah. Then supplicate to Allah:
“Allahummah inni as’aluka ilm-an naafi’an wa rizqan waasi’an wa shifa’am min kulli daa’in.”(O Allah! I implore Thee for beneficial knowledge, for vast provisions, and for cure from every disease.)
SA’EYThe literal meaning of Sa’ey is to run or to make effort, but as a Hajj and Umrah term, Sa’ey denotes
walking back and forth seven times between the hills of Safa and Marwah which are situated to the south and north of the Ka’bah respectively. Now there are only signs of these hills and the whole route between them is enclosed in a long gallery.Sa’ey has a historical background. Prophet Abraham left his wife Hazrat Hajra and infant son Hazrat Ismael in the wilderness of Makkah at the command of Allah. The mother and son lived for five days on the food and water they had when the water was completely finished. The mother ran frantically seven times between the hills of Safa and Marwah insearch of water for her son. Suddenly the fountain of Zamzam oozed miraculously near the feet of Hazrat Ismael. Sa’ey is included in the rites of Hajj and Umrah to commemorate this event of search and struggle.HOW TO PERFORM SA’EYIstilam of Hajar-e-Aswad. Before starting Sa’ey, do Istilam of Hajar-e-Aswad again the ninth time or point towards it, saying:
“Bismillahi Allahu Akbar Wa Lillah Hil Hamad.”
Now Proceed towards Safa. It is a Sunnah to be in the state of ablutions during Sa’ey.Start of Sa’ey at Safa. Climb the hill of Safa and make intention (niyyah) for Sa’ey:
” O Allah! I perform Sa’ey between Safa and Marwah to please You. Make it easy for me
and accept it from me.”
Now recite:
“Inn-as-Safa wal-Marwah min Sha’a’irillah.”(Al-Qur’an 2 : 158)
(Indeed Safa and Marwah are among the Signs of Allah.)
After this climb Safa to the point from where you can see the Ka’bah, then facing the Ka’bah raise your hands in supplication, say Allahu Akbar three times and recite the following supplication or ask Allah whatever you wish:
“La ilaha ill-Allahu wahdahu la Sharika lahu, lahul-mulku wa lahul-hamdu wa ‘ala kulli shai’in Qadeer.”
If you don’t remember this, you may use the supplication recited earlier during Tawaf:
“Bismillahi Allahu Akbar Wa Lillah Hill Hamd”
“Subhan-Allah wal-hamdu-lillahi wa la ilaha ill-Allah wa-Allahu Akbar wa la haula wa la quwwata illa-billa.”
If you don’t remember this supplication also, recite Subhan Allah, Alhamdu Lillah, Allahu Akbar repeatedly and keep moving. You may also praise Allah and ask for His mercy in your language or use supplications taken from the daily Salah. When you reach two green pillars between which men have to run but the women walk with their normal pace.At Marwah. When on top of marwah, praise Allah facing the Ka’bah and repeat the same supplications that were recited at Safa. One trip is over, second trip will be on Safa and third trip will be on Marwah.
End of Sa’ey. In the same way, the seventh trip will end at Marwah. In all trips the men will run between the green pillars but the women will walk in a normal way.Two raka’at Nafl. If it is not an undesirable (Makrooh) time, offer two raka’ats of nafl in the al-Haram.Shaving or clipping of hair.After Sa’ey, men should get their heads completely shaved or get their hair clipped to the length of the upper third of their finger or a little more. Both shaving and clipping are permissible for men, though shaving is preferable. Women are, however, allowed to have a lock of their hair clipped. They are forbidden to shave their heads.
Umrah is complete. After cutting the hair, umrah is complete. The restrictions of Ihram are finished. Now wear your everyday clothes and lead a normal life. Be thankful to Allah that He provided the opportunity for performing Umrah and lead rest of your life according to the commands of your Creator.NAFL TAWAF
You may perform Umrah as often as you want according to the above procedure. And if you want to perform just a nafl Tawaf, follow the same procedure, however, in a nafl Tawaf there is no Ihram, no Ramal, no Iztaba and even no Sa’ey.
Masjid Al Haram Makkah Ramadhan 1438 Ah 20 Days Taraweeh
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SOMETHING WHICH HAPPENED IN MAKKAH MAKES 1 BILLION MUSLIMS ANGER
RELATED STORY: Saudi king vows to fight extremism with ‘iron hand’ Saudi security forces have foiled a suicide attack on the Grand Mosque in the Muslim holy city of Mecca, cornering the alleged potential attacker before he blew himself up, the Interior Ministry says.
In a statement read on state television, the ministry said that three cells had planned the attack on worshippers and security forces at the mosque as the Muslim holy month of Ramadan nears its climax.
The ministry also said a third cell had been broken up in the Red Sea city of Jeddah, but gave no further details. Five suspected militants including a woman were arrested, it said. Rows of Muslim worshippers at the Grand Mosque in Mecca seated before food and drink they will consume after sunset.
The month of fasting ends with the Eid-al-Fitr holiday, on Sunday. Saudi monarchs usually spend the last 10 days of Ramadan in Mecca. The Grand Mosque houses Islam’s holiest site, the cube-shaped Kaaba that Islam’s followers pray toward five times a day.
The trapped would-be suicide bomber exchanged fire with the security forces, then set off explosives when he was surrounded in a house in a central Mecca neighbourhood, the ministry said.
The building collapsed, injuring six foreigners and five members of the security forces. Earlier in the day, security forces had shot dead a wanted man at another suspected Islamist militant hideout in Mecca’s al-Aseelah neighbourhood.
It was not immediately clear who was behind the plot to attack the mosque, but the Islamic State group, which wants to establish a theocratic caliphate ruled according to strict Islamic law, had in the past carried out attacks in the kingdom.
The Story Of Suleman A.S & Queen Of Sheba
PART I
Solomon as a King
Behold, there were brought before him, at eventide, coursers of the highest breeding, and swift of foot. And he said, “Truly do I prefer wealth to the remembrance of my Lord.” (38:31-2)
And We did try Solomon; We placed on his throne a body but he did turn (to Us in true devotion). (38:34)
For Love of Horses
And he said, “Truly do I prefer wealth to the remembrance of my Lord.” Until (the sun) was hidden in the veil (of Night): “Bring them back to me.” Then began he to pass his hand over (their) legs and their necks. (38:32-3)
I come to you from Sheba with sure news. I found a woman ruling over the people, she has been given many blessings and has a mighty throne! I found her and her people worshiping the sun instead of Allah… (27:22-4)
Allah! – there is no god but He! – Lord of the Throne supreme! (Solomon) said: “Soon shall we see whether thou hast told the truth or lied! Go thou, with this letter of mine, and deliver it to them… (27:26-7)
Will ye give me abundance in wealth? But that which Allah has given me is better than that which He has given you!… (27:36)
So when she arrived, she was asked, “Is this thy throne?” She said, “It seems the same. And knowledge was bestowed on us in advance of this, and we have submitted to Allah (in Islam).”(27:42)
…This is but a palace paved smooth with slabs of glass.. (27:44)
O my Lord! I have indeed wronged my soul: I do (now) submit (in Islam), with Solomon, to the Lord of the Worlds. (27:44)
Lessons from the Story
25 Amazing Photos from Hajj 1953.
Many pilgrims would travel to Makkah via a ferry or a ship, in those days commercial air travel was still in its early stages and it was not as widely available as it is today.
For those who could afford it, they would embark on their journey on board small planes from nearby countries.
Like today, coaches and buses would be used to transport pilgrims from place to place.
Muslims are only allowed to enter the places to perform Hajj.
Homes and hotels can be seen outside of the sacred mosque’s perimeter. Much of these historical buildings have had to be demolished to make way for the mosque’s expansion.
A busy street in Makkah. An Ottoman style minaret can be seen.
One of the entrances to the Masjid Al Haram.
Worshippers outside the Mosque’s entrance.
The Ka’ba and the Mataf area. There were no other floors back then.
Worshippers were able to enter the Ka’ba.
Performing Tawaf was easier as it was not as crowded as it is today.
Markets and stalls near the Masjid Al Haram
Tents can be seen pitched in Arafah next to mount Arafah.
Horse and carriage were used as a means of transport.
Pilgrims were able to choose the animals they wanted for Udhiyyah/Qurbani.
In Mina, food would be cooked using fire and stove.
The Jamarat used to be small pillars which would be stoned symbolising stoning of the devil.
A close up view of the Ka’ba.
Pilgrims would keep their livestock with them during their Hajj.
Donkeys were used to transport carcasses of sacrificial animals.
Pilgrims pray near their camels.
A pilgrim has his hair shaved.
Pilgrims keep themselves cool by drinking ice cold fizzy drinks.
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Who Is Sheikh Abdur Rahman As Sudais?
Read the history to know that yesterday’s Jews are evil predecessors and today’s Jews are worse successors. They an ingrate people, they altered God’s words, worshipped calf, killed Messengers and denied their Messages. They are exiled people and the worst of mankind. Allah cursed them and cast His wrath upon them. He turned some of them to monkeys and pigs and worshippers of creatures. They are worst in position and are astray from the right path.…History of Jews is full of deception, trickery, rebellion, oppression, evil and corruption. They always seek to cause mischief on the earth and Allaah loves not the mischief-makers.
Our war with Iran, say that out loud, is a war between Sunnis and Shiites. Our war with Iran…is truly sectarian. If it was not sectarian, we will make it sectarian… The Jews and cross (referring to Christians)… I swear by Allah that they will have their days… The prophet said Rome will be conquered… Our disagreement with Rafidha(another word for Shiites) will not be removed nor our suicide to fight them…as long as they are on the face of the earth…
Memorized the Quran in his youth
1979- Awarded certificate in Islamic Science (Distinction)
1983- Completed graduate studies in Law (Imam Muhammad Bin Saud University)
1995- PhD from Faculty of Law (Umm al Qurra)
Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Law
Lecturer in the Justice Department in the Faculty of Law
1983- Appointed as Imam & Khateeb of Masjid al Haram
2012 -Appointed as Head of Affairs for the Two Holy Mosques
2005- Awarded the ‘Personality of the Year Award in Dubai
13th March 2014 – Led Isha Salaah in Masjid An Nabawi Madinah for the first time
Ramadan 2016 – Led Maghrib Salaah in Masjid An Nabawi Madinah
9th Dhul Hijjjah 2016 – Delivered Sermon Of Hajj in Arafat. led Dhuhr & Asr In Masjid An Nimrah Arafat Also.
March 2017 – Gave Khutbah For First Time In Masjid An Nabawi Madinah As An Imam and Khateeb Of Masjid Al Haram Makkah.
The brightest spot seen from space on Earth are Makkah and Madina – Russian Astronauts
Many people around the world believe the rumor that the Great Wall of China can be seen from outer space. The distance of satellites that orbit the earth is so great that it can merely see the land and oceans during the day and at night the lights illuminate the part of the world.
Recently the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia had the 25th Assembly of the Association of Space Explorers program, which was held in Riyadh. During this program, a group of 4 Russian astronauts also visited the Prince Salman Science Oasis (PSSO).
The four Russians spoke to the media and the students who had come to attend the program, that when they were in space, they would often take pictures of the earth during different times and of different places on earth.
The Russians stated that out of all the places on earth, the places which shined the brightest were the cities of Mecca and Madinah. They added that the center of these two holy cities particularly shined the brightest.
The supervisor of the PSSO, General Khalid Abdul Gader Taher, was the host of the astronauts and he had briefed his esteemed guests as to what they did at the PSSO. One of the Russian astronauts stated that the view from space of Mecca and Madinah was spectacular and breathtaking.
He added that no other place on earth shined as bright as the two holy cities at night. The four Russian astronauts who visited the PSSO are Andrey Borisenko, Anton Shkaplerov, Alexander Samokutyaev and Boris Mescherykov.
The PSSO is a completely non-profit organization which is developing an interactive center for science, which will attract people of all ages. The aim of the PSSO is to provide a better understanding of science and provide practical applications to these sciences.
The PSSO believe that this is greatly beneficial for all the mankind and vital to peace and prosperity on earth. The council for the space explorers program is headed by none other than Prince Sultan bin Salman, who is also the President of the Saudi Commission for Tourism and Antiquities.
The Prince is also one of the founding members of the Association of Space Explorers and hosted the 25th assembly of the association. General Khalid Taher who was the Mayor of Madinah, said in his opening note, that these Russian astronauts were not, in fact, Russians but were earthlings.
He added that he himself was not a Saudi man and was instead an earthling just like the Russians. The general also stated that every one of us was in fact brothers, whose focus should be to serve humanity and do something which will benefit all the mankind.
He praised the Russian astronauts for their bravery and called them extremely lucky. The reason behind calling them lucky was that these 4 Russian men got the chance to look at earth from outer space which has enabled them to understand the universe they are living in. I hope it will inspire many others.
Source: Arab News
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