Qatar Amir Takes Part in Special Prayer for Rain

Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, Amir of Qatar, led the prayer for Istisqa in full assembled shrines at the prayer ground in Lusail with huge congregations of worshippers. The special prayer for rain, which was called for the revival of the Prophetic Sunnah, united both His ruling family and government and citizens in a gathering of humility and devotion.

Qatar Amir Joins Worshippers for Istisqa Prayer

The gathering, led by Sheikh Tamim, included the Amir’s Personal Representative, Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al-Thani and Sheikh Abdullah bin Khalifa Al-Thani as well as other senior members of the ruling family at Lusail. The morning prayer was also attended by the Speaker of the Shura Council, minister, official and citizens.

Qatar Amir Prayer Gathering Held Across 136 Locations

The nationwide observance extended beyond Lusail, with the Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs designating 136 mosques and specialised prayer grounds across Qatar. The arrangements followed earlier directives issued by the Amiri Diwan, enabling worshippers in different parts of the country to participate in the rain-seeking prayer.

Qatar Amir Attends Sermon on Faith and Repentance

After the prayer, Sheikh Dr. Yahya Batti Al Nuaimi gave a message to remind worshippers to bow to Allah with humility and repentance and give donations. He emphasized delays in the seasonal rain as prompts to the general public of their need for God’s mercy and to seek spiritual reflection.

Qatar Amir Leads a Gathering Rooted in Religious Tradition

The Istisqa prayer is rooted in a well-preserved Islamic tradition that brings communities together to pray and call on Allah to provide rain. Its occasion was marked by wide participation all over Qatar, and underscored the importance of the occasion by uniting the leadership and the residents of the country in an act of faith and devotion.

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