On Friday, September 25, 2026, three joint preaching caravans were launched by Egypt's Al-Azhar and Ministry of Endowments to the provinces of Luxor, Aswan, and Red Sea. The caravans, which include 20 imams and preachers, aim to promote cooperation and coordination between the two institutions. The initiative is under the auspices of Al-Azhar's Grand Imam, Ahmed El-Tayeb, and Minister of Endowments, Osama El-Azhari.
The preaching caravans' activities included a Friday sermon that focused on the topic of environmental conservation. The sermon emphasized that protecting the environment is a religious, moral, and societal responsibility. It highlighted that preserving the environment from corruption and pollution is a way of showing gratitude to God and fulfilling one's trust. This helps to safeguard the country's resources and achieve the well-being of individuals and society.
Another sermon addressed the issue of photographing individuals without their consent. It stressed that it is prohibited to infringe on people's privacy and that respecting individuals' private lives and dignity is essential. The sermon also emphasized the importance of not photographing or publishing people's images without their permission, as this can cause harm and violate public etiquette.
These caravans are part of the Ministry of Endowments' efforts to implement its preaching plan, which includes continuing to combat extremism and terrorism. The plan also aims to counter various forms of intellectual extremism and promote Egyptian national identity. Additionally, it seeks to restore and build a strong national character based on religious principles and contribute to the development of civilization.
In a related context, the Ministry of Endowments is organizing 10,180 scientific lectures as part of the "Fixed Pulpit" program, a joint initiative with Al-Azhar. These lectures will take place in 2,036 mosques across various governorates after the Maghreb prayer in September 2026. The program aims to promote awareness and understanding of Islamic values and principles among different segments of society.
On Tuesday, September 22, 2026, the lectures addressed the topic of reviving the Prophet Muhammad's teachings in buying and selling. The lectures discussed the Prophet's guidance on financial transactions, emphasizing the importance of honesty, trustworthiness, and fulfilling contracts. They also highlighted the need to avoid deception, trickery, and unfairly acquiring people's wealth.
The cooperation between Al-Azhar and the Ministry of Endowments aims to spread correct Islamic teachings, promote values and ethics, and build a rational and informed society. This collaboration seeks to achieve intellectual security, enhance social cohesion, and develop a strong Egyptian identity that can contribute to building a prosperous civilization.
Key points
- The joint preaching caravans aim to promote cooperation and coordination between Al-Azhar and the Ministry of Endowments.
- The caravans address various topics, including environmental conservation and respecting individuals' privacy.
- The Ministry of Endowments is organizing 10,180 scientific lectures as part of the "Fixed Pulpit" program.
