The Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah provides Iftar meals to hundreds of thousands of worshippers during the holy month of Ramadan.
According to SPA, hundreds of volunteers organize and distribute dates, bread, yogurt, fruit, and beverages every evening. These meals are served across the mosque, its courtyards, and the main roads in the central zone before the Maghrib call to prayer.
Volunteers clear the designated areas following the meal to prepare for the Isha prayer. Some volunteers include their children in these efforts to pass down the spirit of giving and the significance of serving guests of the Two Holy Mosques.
What items are distributed during Iftar at the Prophet’s Mosque? The large-scale initiative provides several food and drink items to hundreds of thousands of worshippers. These distributions include dates, bread, yogurt, fruit, and beverages, which are organized by hundreds of volunteers every evening before the Maghrib call to prayer.
Where are the Iftar meals served in Madinah? Meals are distributed across several designated areas to accommodate the worshippers. These locations include the interior of the Prophet’s Mosque, its surrounding courtyards, and the main roads located within the central zone.
What is the role of volunteers during the Iftar process? Hundreds of volunteers dedicate their time to organizing and distributing meals to worshippers. After the Iftar is completed, these volunteers swiftly clear the spaces to ensure the areas are prepared for the Isha prayer.