The ‘Al-Mukabariyah’ in the Grand Mosque: A Resonant Voice Echoing Through the Holy Kaaba

The “Al-Mukabariyah” microphone area in the Grand Mosque is regarded as a symbol associated with the history of the Two Holy Mosques. From it, the takbir, tahlil, and tasbih are recited, creating a spiritual atmosphere that deeply resonates with visitors to the Holy Kaaba and reflects the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s care for all matters related to religious rituals.

 The Al-Mukabariyah is a designated location within the Grand Mosque for the call to prayer and for repeating the imam’s recitations during takbir, bowing, prostration, and greetings, in addition to various calls linked to several religious rituals.

 Historically, it was associated with transmitting the imam’s voice to worshippers before the emergence of modern sound systems. It continues to retain its spiritual and symbolic presence within the system of the call to prayer and takbir in the Grand Mosque.

 Authorities responsible for the Two Holy Mosques continue intensive efforts to maintain audio systems, the call to prayer, and takbir services, enhancing the spiritual atmosphere inside the Grand Mosque as part of an integrated operational framework.