RIYADH: Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, secretary-general of the Muslim World League and chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars, visited Albania at the invitation of President Bajram Begaj.
During his visit, he delivered the Eid Al-Fitr sermon at the Great Mosque of Tirana, the largest in Albania and the Balkans.
A large crowd attended, including prominent scholars like Sheikh Boyar Spahiu, chairman of the Islamic Sheikhdom and grand mufti of Albania.
Al-Issa began with heartfelt Eid greetings, calling it a time of joy and divine grace, as well as an opportunity to embrace Islamic values and faith-based brotherhood.
He stressed that Eid strengthens bonds of forgiveness, unity, and friendship, extending beyond Muslims to all humanity.
Focusing on the Qur’an’s virtues, he described it as “a guide to what is most upright,” leading believers in faith, worship, and conduct.
Al-Issa also reflected on the Prophet Muhammad’s role in spreading Islam with justice and high moral values. Despite attempts to undermine the faith, nearly 2 billion Muslims worldwide continue to practice it with pride, he noted.
Al-Issa urged the crowd to uphold Islam’s reputation, stating that true pride lies in actions. He emphasized that Muslims must be good ambassadors of Islam, embodying its core principles and high values, regardless of circumstances or provocations.
Praising Albania’s social harmony, he described Albanians as a model of faith, coexistence, and peace, noting that their commitment to forgiveness and morality strengthens both their nation and the global community.
He highlighted the family as society’s foundation, calling it every nation’s hope and safety net. He also stressed the vital role of Muslim women in nurturing children and instilling correct religious beliefs.
