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UAE Friday sermons cut to 10 minutes amid rising temperatures

The UAE’s General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments says Friday sermons at mosques will be shortened throughout the summer

by Staff Writer
UAE

UAE mosques will limit Friday sermons to 10 minutes during the summer, said the General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments.

The move comes as temperatures cross the 50 degree level in the United Arab Emirates and authorities look to ensure the safety of worshippers.

The reduced sermon duration will be in place from Friday, June 28 until October.

Friday sermons at UAE mosques

The General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments emphasised that the limit of 10 minutes for Friday sermons is in line with Islamic practices and will help protect the health of the community.

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