MUSCAT – The celebration drew inspiration from the event’s profound spiritual and educational dimensions, emphasising the consolidation of faith and the values of patience and steadfastness. Such commemorations serve to recall the sublime meanings of the Muhammadan message and its enduring impact on building a virtuous individual and a cohesive society.

The ceremony, held at the Ministry of Information Theatre under the patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Ahmed bin Saud Al Siyabi, Secretary-General of the Office of the Grand Mufti of Oman, featured a film titled ‘The Night Journey of Light and the Ascension of the Message’. The visual presentation offered a contemporary artistic narrative of the Prophet’s biography, underscoring the faith-based meanings and universal human values of Isra’a Wal Mi’raj.

Addressing the audience, His Excellency said the anniversary serves as a reflective moment in the Prophet’s biography, highlighting the hardships he faced and the divine support he received. He noted that celebrating Isra’a Wal Mi’raj provides Muslims with an opportunity to study, reflect, and draw inspiration from the life of the Prophet, peace be upon him.

The ceremony included a rich cultural and artistic programme. Poet Ibrahim bin Hamad Al Salmi recited ‘The Dawn of Light’, celebrating the spiritual values of the occasion, while vocalists Muhammad bin Saleh Al Zuhimi and Awab bin Faisal Al Shuaibi performed the song ‘A Whisper from the Night Journey’, evoking spiritual longing and connection to the Prophetic message. Additionally, Ali bin Mohammed Al Mujaini recited the Nabati poem ‘Bahou’, and a theatrical operetta, ‘Steps on the Path of Light’, featuring Al Waleed bin Khalid Al Manthari and Abdullah bin Khalid Al-Manthari, highlighted key moments from the Prophet’s life and the guidance it offers.

The Ministry of Endowments and Religious Affairs emphasised that the celebration of Isra’a Wal Mi’raj is part of a broader effort to revive religious occasions in an institutionalized way that balances tradition with contemporary approaches. The event aims to strengthen religious awareness, consolidate faith values, and connect new generations with the life and teachings of the Prophet, peace be upon him, ensuring the enduring relevance of his message