ISLAM AND SOCIETY

Saudi Society Debates Keeping Shops Open during Prayer Times ahead of Shoura Consideration

Millions of Muslims worldwide celebrated the Eid al-Fitr.
A debate is raging on social media in Saudi Arabia about whether the Kingdom should continue to require by law the closing down of all shops, malls, restaurants, gas stations, and even hospitals during the call for adhan (Islamic prayer) and throughout prayer time, according to media reports

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